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5 August 2026

Giving evidence from abroad — Family Court confirms a common-sense approach

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We explore what the decision means in practice for parties, witnesses and experts based overseas and outline when evidence can be given remotely.

13 July 2026

New TRS rules now in force — what trustees need to know

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We explore the key changes to the TRS, explain what they mean in practice and outline the steps that trustees should be taking now.

9 July 2026

Understanding Letters of Claim in contentious probate — what they are & how to respond

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We explore the role of a Letter of Claim during Will and inheritance disputes and outline what it means for those involved.

7 July 2026

IHT reforms & the rise of the Family Constitution — how family businesses can protect their legacy

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We explore what the new IHT rules mean for family businesses and how a Family Constitution can guide the decisions that follow.

29 June 2026

The Business Relief cap & your Will — what it means for business owners

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We outline what’s changed and how it could affect your Will in practice.

24 June 2026

Cohabitation reform — how the Government’s proposals could affect estate planning

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We explore the potential impact of the Government's consultation and outline the practical steps that you can take to prepare.

16 June 2026

Agricultural & Business Relief reform — an update on the current position

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We explore the key inheritance tax updates to Agricultural and Business Relief announced in and after the Autumn Budget 2024.

5 May 2026

Dementia-proofing your assets — 5 practical steps to protect your future

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We explain what ‘dementia-proofing’ your assets involves and outline five practical steps that you can take to protect your wishes, family and finances.

23 April 2026

Marriage on the decline: what the latest ONS statistics tell us about the ‘modern family’

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We delve into the new data, what it tells us about the ‘modern family’ and the steps that cohabiting couples should take to protect their rights.

27 March 2026

Can you get divorced in England & Wales if you married abroad? Key legal considerations explained

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We outline how an overseas marriage is treated under English and Welsh law for anyone considering divorce.

26 March 2026

From rising star to retirement — a footballer’s guide to wealth, family & future planning

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We break down the key stages of a footballer’s career and outline how the right guidance safeguards their wealth and long‑term future.

12 March 2026

6 ways trusts can strengthen & future‑proof your estate planning

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We outline six key reasons why trusts play such a central role in building a resilient and effective estate plan.