Posted by the Dispute Resolution team on 29th September 2025
What Is a Letter of Wishes? A letter of wishes might look official. It often sounds heartfelt and sincere, reflecting someone’s deepest hopes for what should happen after they pass away. However, despite its emotional weight, it’s not a...
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Posted by the Family Law team on 29th September 2025
Navigating separation or divorce is never easy, especially when children are involved. At Bennett Griffin, our family law solicitors in Worthing and Chichester understand the emotional and legal complexities that come with co-parenting. One of...
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Posted by the Family Law team on 26th August 2025
If your spouse cheated, mistreated you, or behaved unreasonably during your marriage, you might think this should affect how your assets are divided. It is a common question: “Will bad or unreasonable behaviour mean I get more in a divorce...
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Posted by the Dispute Resolution team on 19th August 2025
When a loved one’s final wishes depart from what you anticipated and an unexpected beneficiary stands to gain, undue influence in a will may be at work. This covert form of pressure can distort the true intentions of someone at their most...
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Posted by the Dispute Resolution team on 12th August 2025
When someone appoints an executor in their will, they entrust that person with honouring their final wishes, administering the estate and safeguarding beneficiaries’ interests. In the ideal scenario, the executor acts impartially, communicates...
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Posted by the Dispute Resolution team on 29th July 2025
When disputes arise after a person’s death regarding their estate, claimants generally pursue one of two legal routes: challenging the validity of the will or seeking financial provision under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants)...
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Posted by the Dispute Resolution team on 14th July 2025
Losing a loved one is always difficult, and disagreements over their will can add further emotional and legal strain. In some cases, there may be genuine concerns about whether the will is valid. This article explores what makes a will invalid...
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Posted by the Private Client team on 7th July 2025
Losing a loved one is never easy, and in some cases, the contents of their will can leave close family members or dependents feeling unfairly treated. If a will fails to provide reasonable financial support, certain individuals may have the legal...
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Posted by the Private Client team on 24th June 2025
When a loved one lacks the capacity to manage their own affairs, the Court of Protection can appoint a deputy to make decisions on their behalf. Professional deputies often offer reassurance and stability, acting with care and...
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Posted by the Dispute Resolution team on 10th June 2025
The tragic passing of Liam Payne at the age of 31 has left many questions surrounding the future of his estate. The former One Direction star, who died in October 2024 after falling from a hotel balcony in Argentina, had amassed a fortune of...
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