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From 6 April 2027, most unused pension funds and pension death benefits will count as part of your estate when inheritance tax is calculated. For years, most pensions have sat...
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Question: My wife and I are married, dual-national British/French, and live full-time in France. We have two children living in the UK. In 2025, we made our last will via...
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Recovering from a serious injury or accident can be life-changing. Alongside the physical and emotional impact, many people suddenly face financial pressures that they were never expecting. At Ashtons Legal,...
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With the rise of navigation apps such as Google Maps and taxi driver apps like Uber, many people now regularly interact with their phones while driving, for private or commercial...
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Inheritance tax and probate are two separate things that often come up together. Probate is the legal process of dealing with someone’s estate after they die; inheritance tax is a...
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Getting married is one of the most significant milestones in life, but many people don’t realise it can also significantly affect their estate planning. In England and Wales, marriage will...
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If you own or invest in a multi-block residential development, a recent Court of Appeal decision should be on your radar. In SGL 1 Ltd v FSV Freeholders Ltd [2026]...
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Many people still think pre-nuptial agreements are only for celebrities or the very wealthy. In reality, they are now used by many different couples, especially where family assets or a...
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Birth trauma can have a lasting impact that reaches far beyond childbirth itself. From mental and physical health challenges to pressures on relationships, careers and finances, the effects can be...
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This article has been produced following the final session of the Ashtons Legal and Chadwicks Wealth ‘Strategic Exit Programme’ session on preparing for succession, sale and long-term value. It looks...
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Ashtons Legal is proud to congratulate Natalie Cosgrove, Partner and Solicitor in the Medical Negligence team, for being named The Times Lawyer of the Week. Natalie has been at the...
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Recovering from an accident or serious injury can be overwhelming. Alongside legal advice, many clients need practical help, reassurance and guidance as they adjust to what has happened and plan...
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