Month: November 2025
What is Contentious Probate?
Most people expect that when someone dies, their estate will be distributed in line with their will or, if there is no will, the intestacy rules. Unfortunately, it isn’t always that simple. Disagreements often arise over the validity of the will, how the estate is managed, or whether reasonable financial provision has been made. These... Read more »
Signed, sealed… or simply agreed? What makes a contract legally binding?
We’ve seen it countless times. A contract is drawn up, sent to the other party, and never signed. Even worse, there’s no written contract at all. When things go wrong, the clients want to know: is this agreement legally binding? Contrary to popular belief, a contract doesn’t need to be signed to be enforceable under... Read more »
I’m a commercial tenant and my landlord is making a dilapidations claim
If you’re a tenant facing a dilapidations claim at the end of your lease, you might be feeling overwhelmed. You’re not alone as many tenants are surprised to learn that the cost of repairs doesn’t always equal the amount a landlord can claim. That’s where Section 18(1) of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1927 comes... Read more »
A kinder, clearer path through separation: why Good Divorce Week matters
Good Divorce Week (week beginning Monday 10 November 2025) is a timely reminder that, even in the toughest moments, there is a better way to separate. As a member of Resolution, which is a community of over 6,500 family justice professionals committed to reducing conflict, I follow a Code of Practice that puts children’s welfare,... Read more »