Private Client Issues – August 2022

Welcome to this month’s edition of Private Client Issues, Blake Morgan’s monthly round-up of the topics you may find of interest. It features insight and advice on developments affecting private individuals.

Our teams work both from our offices and remotely and are happy to meet with you virtually, or in person where this is preferred. We have found that many clients prefer the convenience of a video meeting, whilst other prefer face to face, particularly for the first meeting.

Is arbitration underused?

There are myriad different options for resolving a family dispute that don’t involve going to the time and expense of court, one of which is often overlooked.

Read more on arbitration

Countdown to Trust Registration deadline

If you are a trustee of an express trust, or are unsure and need advice and guidance as to whether or not you need to do anything, we explain all you need to know

Read more on trust registration

A New Weddings Law

The Law Commission has produced a report titled Celebrating Marriage: A New Weddings Law. What does this mean? One topic of discussion is that it looks at where people can get married.

Read more on what you need to know about weddings

Addiction and divorce

When addiction causes divorce, our family lawyers look at what can happen in the Family Court when it comes to dividing financial assets.

Read more on separation and addiction

Can an executor charge a fee?

When can an executor who is engaged in business rely upon a professional charging clause in a Will? We examine a case that has the answer.

Read more on charging clauses

If you are impacted by any of the above topics or you would like further information on how we can help you, please contact your usual Blake Morgan adviser.