Charlotte Gifford

2 days ago | telegraph.co.uk | Charlotte Gifford

However, Mr Changizi refused to give his share to his mother and argued that inheritance tax should be charged on the estate as a whole, and not just on his share. The family paid the £282,000 inheritance tax bill, including interest, but insisted that Mr Changizi was actually liable for the costs. In a judgment reached in April 2025, the High Court held that the family's approach of charging the son's share with all of the inheritance tax was correct.

3 days ago | msn.com | Marc Shoffman |Charlotte Gifford

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3 days ago | telegraph.co.uk | Marc Shoffman |Charlotte Gifford

Understanding what probate of will entails is crucial when dealing and distributing someone's assets when they die, but it can be a complex and complicated process. In this guide, we will aim to demystify the topic of probate, and provide you with what you need to know to navigate its intricacies with confidence. We will cover the following:Probate, specifically probate of will, is the legal process of managing a deceased person's estate, typically by named executors.

3 days ago | msn.com | Charlotte Gifford

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3 days ago | yahoo.com | Charlotte Gifford

At some point in your life, you have probably seen an advert for a “no win, no fee” claim. These legal arrangements are often marketed as risk-free – granting access to justice without any upfront fees. Such deals rose to prominence in the late 90s and early noughties, with law firms plastering the term across their TV and magazine adverts. Yet today, the words “no win, no fee” are shrouded in controversy after claimants who took up the promises were left with unexpected, eye-watering bills.