by Damian | Nov 7, 2025 | Probate
Q&A using Scott v Scott [2025] This article looks at how courts deal with a testamentary capacity will challenge, using the recent High Court case Scott v Scott [2025] as a guide. It explains how judges assess whether a person making a will truly understood what... 
by Damian | Sep 15, 2025 | Contentious Probate, Probate
Are you searching for contentious probate solicitors in Cyncoed or Lisvane, Cardiff? Clodes Solicitors are specialists in contentious probate, will disputes, and inheritance claims. Our experienced team provides clear, practical advice and robust representation for... 
by Damian | Sep 2, 2025 | Probate
Current Probate Fees The fee for applications for a grant of probate in England and Wales is £300 for all applicants (both professional and personal) where the value of the estate exceeds £5,000. This single fee structure is applicable to all applications... 
by Damian | Mar 20, 2024 | Probate
Updated: 2nd October 2025 Probate disputes are inherently challenging, often arising at a time of grief and heightened emotion. Disagreements over a will, the distribution of assets, or the conduct of an executor can lead to significant stress, financial uncertainty,... 
by Damian | Apr 26, 2022 | Letters of Administration, Probate
The rules of intestacy set out who is entitled to a deceased state if there is no valid Will. If the deceased was married or in a civil partnership at the time of their death and the estate is worth less than £322,000 the entire estate will pass to the spouse or civil... 
by Damian | Jul 12, 2021 | Probate
The Ministry of Justice is considering a Fee increase from the current £155 for Solicitor represented applicants and £215 individuals respectively, to a flat fee of £273. The law society takes the view that an increase in Fees is without justification. The Law Society...
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