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Everyone Needs to Make a Will Now!
During these uncertain times, it is imperative that you have your affairs in order. At Holmes Family Law we're preparing for Coronavirus and our Team is on-hand to provide you with expert and knowledgeable…
Do I Need a Cohabitation Agreement?
An increasing number of couples live together without forming a marriage or civil partnership. This is known traditionally as a ‘common law marriage’. How does the law view the status of this situation,…
Reasons You Need A Will
Recent research suggests that over one in two adults, or 60% of the population still don’t have a Will in place meaning that any assets owned will be subject to intestacy rules after death. We look at…
Your Entitlements When a Partner Passes Away
Death is a difficult time for anyone to deal with, even more so when the person is your closest companion. Unlike couples in a marriage or civil partnership, if a partner passes without a Will, then the…
What Are My Rights As a Grandparent?
In the last few years, more grandparents have been going to court to win the right to see their grandchildren. Figures from the MoJ point to a rising number of applications relating to child arrangement…
Taking Care of Pets in Your Will
Pets play an important role in family life so it’s important to ensure that they are taken care of when we’re no longer around. In the UK, over 40% of households own a pet (Statista – 2019) with the chunk…