Nalders acts for successful Defendant in claim concerning execution and the doctrine of laches
On 3 May 2023, HHJ Paul Matthews handed down judgment in James -v- Scudamore [2023] EWHC 996 (Ch). Nalders, instructing James Kirby of Counsel, acted for the successful First Defendant, confirming the validity of the Wills and Codicils of her late aunt and uncle....
Property, planning and paying for care
‘A common concern for our clients and their families is the prospect of having to sell the family home in order to meet care costs,’ explains Andrew McClure, a Senior Associate in the Wills and Probate Team with Nalders in St Austell. ‘There are many articles...
Probate and avoiding problems with chattels
While financial assets can be divided relatively easily when settling an estate, this is not usually possible with heirlooms such as a painting, a piece of furniture or individual pieces of jewellery. Even if items are not valuable, such items may be the cause of a...
Business planning and the importance of making a will
A will is an important part of everybody’s legal planning no matter your circumstances, but for anyone who is in business a well written will is vital to ensure the minimum disruption after your death. ‘Whether you are a sole practitioner, a partner in a...