Being appointed as an executor is a position of trust. It reflects confidence in your judgement and integrity. However, administering an estate involves legal responsibilities that are sometimes underestimated. Many difficulties arise not from bad...
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Losing a loved one is often overwhelming. Alongside grief, there can be a long list of practical matters to address. If you have been appointed as an executor, you are taking on an important legal responsibility at what is already a difficult...
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Few probate disputes are as emotionally charged or legally complex as those involving missing or destroyed wills. When a person dies and their will cannot be found, families face uncertainty: Did the deceased intentionally destroy it to revoke...
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Update Your Will Week runs from 2nd to 8th March 2026. This annual campaign encourages people to review their Wills and ensure they still reflect their current circumstances and wishes. At Bennett Griffin, we regularly advise clients who assumed...
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Disputes over a will can be emotionally draining and often come with a financial sting, too. When families find themselves in court over inheritance issues, one of the biggest questions is: who pays costs in probate disputes? Understanding how...
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Understanding Your Rights and Deadlines in West Sussex When someone passes away, emotions run high, and decisions can feel overwhelming. But if you believe something isn’t right with the way their estate is being handled - whether it’s the...
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When someone dies, their estate usually goes through a legal process called probate. This is where the will is validated and assets are distributed. But what happens if someone believes the will isn’t valid, or suspects foul...
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Handling the estate of a loved one is a significant responsibility that comes with substantial legal and financial implications. As an Executor of a will, your role is to ensure assets are managed properly and distributed in line with the...
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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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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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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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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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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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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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Making a Will is one of the most important steps you can take to protect your loved ones, your assets, and your wishes. Yet many people across West Sussex still ask, "Do I need a Will?" or assume that it's only necessary if you have significant...
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On 16 May 2025, the UK government announced reforms to the country's outdated will-making process. With laws dating back to the Wills Act 1837, these changes aim to make creating a will easier, safer, and more accessible in today’s modern...
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