Landowner Relieved of £98,000 Stamp Duty Bill in Country House Appeal

Large houses set amidst rolling acres are an abiding feature of English rural life – but should such properties necessarily…

Cancer Sufferer’s Belated Will Triggers Bitter Family Inheritance Dispute

Those who delay making a will until they are at death's door create a very real risk of conflict amongst…

Landowner Target of Poison-Pen Letters Receives Substantial Damages

There can be few things more wounding or worrying than to be on the receiving end of a poison-pen letter…

No Undue Pressure Involved in Divorce Deal Toasted with Champagne

It is quite common for divorcees to claim that they have been placed under undue pressure to strike an unfavourable…

Businessman Pays Dearly for Delay in Lodging VAT Penalty Appeal

Those dissatisfied with HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) decisions must exercise any right of appeal within tight legal time limits…

Making a Will? Court Ruling Underlines the Benefits of Professional Advice

Engaging a professional to draft your will and give advice has many advantages that may not be apparent at the…