Family

Earlier inheritances are rising. See the real risks from intestacy, mixing assets & divorce, and the simple steps parents & beneficiaries should take.

Adoption changes legal parent-child status. See how this affects intestacy, Wills, stepchildren and when dependency claims may apply.

How open family conversations about Wills, trusts & LPAs reduce disputes, build trust & keep plans on track.

How to choose and record guardians in your Will, align Letters of Wishes & set up related trusts to protect your children.

Marriage or civil partnership usually cancels an existing Will. See how to protect a spouse, civil partner and children, and what to check next.

Separating or divorcing? Do not wait until divorce is final before reviewing your Will, LPAs and jointly owned property.

Are your children actually ready to inherit what you plan to leave them, or could your gift cause stress, conflict or waste instead of protection?

You’ve sorted your own Will. How do you talk to your parents about theirs without feeling awkward or “money grabbing”?

Living together does not give you the rights of a husband, wife or civil partner. This article explains what happens if a cohabiting partner dies without a Will and how planning can protect each other and your children.

What happens to your pets if you die or suddenly cannot care for them? Plan who can step in, get access, and follow clear Will and care instructions.

How to protect a partner and keep children’s inheritance on track when you have stepchildren, a second marriage, or a blended family.

How deliberate exclusions work in a Will, who may still be able to claim under the Inheritance Act 1975, and how to reduce dispute risk with clear, coherent planning.