Can You Contest a Will After Probate Has Been Granted?

Losing a loved one causes enough pain. Discovering that a will excludes you, breaks a prior promise, or seems improper…

Success Rate of Contesting a Will in the UK: What to Expect

Losing someone is hard enough. Discovering that their will leaves you out, or leaves you with less than you expected,…

How Long Do You Have to Contest a Will?

Losing someone close is hard enough. When you also believe there is something wrong with their will, the sense of…

Why it’s Important to Make a Will

Unfortunately, we can’t all leave our estate to be dealt with through a series of challenges and games for our…

What is a Property Trust Will and Why Might You Need One?

For many families, the home is their biggest asset, therefore they want to make sure it is protected and eventually…

Common Myths About Wills & Probate: Your Questions Answered

At Hopkins Solicitors, we regularly speak with clients who are unsure about how Wills and Probate really work. Here, we…

Helping Vulnerable Adults Manage their Affairs

We are often asked the question “ My child is not able to look after their financial affairs and I…

What is a Life Interest Trust Will?

A Life Interest Trust Will (or Life Interest Trust) in England and Wales is a legal arrangement that allows a…

Legal Guide for unmarried couples buying a new build home

If you’re about to purchase a new build home, or have recently done so, then it’s essential to protect yourself…

What if you can’t find someone’s Will? Is there a national database I can search?

We always tell our clients that the legally binding version of their Will (the original signed copy) should be kept…