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2 min readDisputes between trustees and beneficiaries happen all the time. While most everyday issues can be resolved through simple mediation, more serious disputes require court involvement. At Aristone Solicitors, our specialist lawyers can help bring your case to a prompt and amicable resolution, whether you’re a trustee or a beneficiary. Our extensive experience enables us to … Read more

2 min readContrary to popular belief, it’s rare for a deceased individual’s estate and assets to be distributed among named beneficiaries, without some kind of dispute or disagreement. The estates of deceased individuals can be surprisingly complex to allocate the individuals, families, businesses and charities named in their will. Executors and beneficiaries often reach an impasse in … Read more

2 min readCases involving charitable legacies require a sensitive approach coupled with strategic thinking. As the region’s most experienced team of will, trust and estate disputes lawyers, we can provide the support you need to bring your case to a swift resolution. Whether looking to file a claim or in need of help defending your charity from … Read more

2 min readDealing with the death of a loved one is always difficult. However, such situations can be even more challenging if the individual in question lacked the mental capacity to handle their own affairs, prior to their death. In such cases, it is often possible to become a deputy, authorised by the Court of Protection to … Read more

2 min readWhen a friend or family member dies, it is important to ensure that their final will and testament is an accurate reflection of their wishes. In addition, the will must also make fair and acceptable allowances for those who expect to be provided for. Unfortunately, it is not uncommon for individuals, families, charities all businesses … Read more

2 min readIf you run a non-profit or charity of any kind, you may find your organisation named in a final will and testament. Across the UK, more people than ever before are choosing to leave some (or occasionally all) of their estate to one or more good causes they supported during their lifetime. Unfortunately, this is … Read more

2 min readBeing named a beneficiary in the last will and testament of a deceased individual can trigger any number of complications. Dealing with the death of a loved one is always difficult, but can nonetheless be made even more challenging by financial disagreements and disputes. Thankfully, the vast majority of disagreements between beneficiaries and executors can … Read more