Tag: Inheritance Act 1975
Understanding Claims Under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975
When dealing with inheritance disputes, it’s crucial to act quickly. If you believe you have been left without reasonable financial provision from a loved one’s estate, you typically have only six months from the date of the grant of probate or letters of administration to bring a claim under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and... Read more »
Explaining probate actions: which one is right for you?
Disappointed beneficiaries often find themselves navigating a complex web of potential probate claims against an estate. Some of the most common probate claims involve challenging testamentary capacity, asserting undue influence, bringing a proprietary estoppel claim or pursuing various trust-based claims. Claims under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975 (“the 1975 Act”) are often... Read more »
Understanding who qualifies as a cohabitant under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975
According to the Office for National Statistics, there are currently 3.6 million cohabitants living together in the United Kingdom. However, despite this significant number, cohabitants often mistakenly believe that they have legal protection under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975. This Act allows a cohabitant to seek maintenance from the estate of... Read more »