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'One Day All This Will Be Yours' - Guest v Guest Judgment Handed Down By Supreme Court

Wednesday, 19 October 2022

The Supreme Court recently reached an important verdict surrounding whether a verbal promise can legally be enforced.

'One Day All This Will Be Yours' - Guest v Guest Judgment Handed Down By Supreme Court

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"One day all this will be yours" - Can a Verbal Promise Be Legally Enforced?

Thursday, 08 September 2022

In certain circumstances, yes, and the consequences can be severe and unanticipated, as we discuss below.

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Separation for Unmarried Couples - A Hidden Sting in the Tail

Thursday, 08 September 2022

Cohabitation increased by 137% between 1996 and 2020, yet the law has not kept up.

Separation for Unmarried Couples - A Hidden Sting in the Tail

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Lasting Powers of Attorney are not just for the elderly - losing mental capacity could happen at any age

Thursday, 08 September 2022

A power of attorney is a legal document by which an adult may appoint another to act on his or her behalf.

Lasting Powers of Attorney Are Not Just for the Elderly - Losing Mental Capacity Could Happen at Any Age

Remember a Charity Week: 5 - 11 September 2022

Thursday, 01 September 2022

Record levels of charity donors say they have included a gift to charity into their Will or are preparing to do so.

Remember a Charity Week: 5 - 11 September 2022

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HMRC Trust Registration Service - The Deadline Is Approaching

Wednesday, 20 July 2022

You may be aware that HM Revenue and Customs operates a register of the beneficial ownership of trusts, called the Trust Registration Service.

HMRC Trust Registration Service - The Deadline Is Approaching

Am I a Victim of Gaslighting?

Thursday, 21 July 2022

'Gaslighting' has become more widely recognised, perhaps, in part, be due to the understanding that domestic abuse is more than just violence between partners. The law now acknowledges abuse in other forms, such as coercive or financial control.

Tips for Dealing with Holiday Arrangements for Separated Parents

Tuesday, 28 June 2022

The warm summer days are coming quickly upon us and many families will be preparing to go on their annual summer holiday.

Tips for Dealing with Holiday Arrangements for Separated Parents

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Tax Implications for Discretionary Trusts

Tuesday, 24 May 2022

Many people think about setting up a trust for their family, as it can be a useful vehicle for tax planning and providing for future generations. One type of trust is a 'discretionary trust' and we will take a deeper look at its benefits and implications.

Tax Implications for Discretionary Trusts

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Separation for Unmarried Couples - A Hidden Sting in the Tail

Wednesday, 18 May 2022

When unmarried couples own a property together and experience a relationship breakdown, one of the main things they will need to consider is what to do with the property they live in.

Leaving Jointly-Owned Property in Your Will - Avoiding Pitfalls

Thursday, 31 March 2022

Did you know that the way you share ownership of jointly-held property really matters when making your Will?

Leaving Jointly-Owned Property in Your Will - Avoiding Pitfalls

Don't Miss the Deadline of 31 March to File Your Divorce Petition

Friday, 18 March 2022

In recent years, the courts have been moving away from the traditional paper-form divorce petitions towards a more efficient online service. This has enabled individuals and their lawyers to file divorce petitions via an online portal.

Don't Miss the Deadline of 31 March to File Your Divorce Petition

The Bank of Mum and Dad - Is Money Given to a Spouse by Family a Gift or a Loan?

Monday, 07 March 2022

It is very common for people to receive financial assistance from parents and family members throughout their lives. Upon divorce, this can often lead to the question, will the parties be expected to re-pay this money, or will it be treated as a gift?

The Bank of Mum and Dad - Is Money Given to a Spouse by Family a Gift or a Loan?

Celebrating the Female Lawyers in our Family Team for International Women's Day

Monday, 07 March 2022

This year's International Women's Day campaign focuses on how we can #breakthebias to celebrate women's equality. We wanted to take the opportunity to praise our experienced and talented lawyers in the Family team at VWV.

Celebrating the Female Lawyers in our Family Team for International Women's Day

Lifetime Gifts - What You Need to Know About Inheritance Tax, Allowances and Exemptions

Wednesday, 02 March 2022

Gifts made in your lifetime may be subject to inheritance tax on your death, depending on who the recipient of the gift is and their relationship to you, the value of the gift and when it was made.

Lifetime Gifts - What You Need to Know about Inheritance Tax, Allowances and Exemptions

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