Posts from November 2024
Ciara Rock
Family Law: G v Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority
A recent ruling has provided insight into the laws that govern the use of eggs in fertility treatment after the donor’s death. The facts...
29/11/24
Emily Wentworth
Tax-Efficient Wealth Transfer: Outright Gifts, Excess Income Gifts, and Trusts Explained
With the cost of living for many families becoming increasingly more expensive, a key consideration for many people is how to assist...
26/11/24
Sarah Phillips
IHT Q&A: 'The Trust Rush'
The recent Budget introduced several significant changes to Inheritance Tax (IHT). Notably, pension pots will now be included in IHT...
26/11/24
Sarah AlJourani
Sharia Series: Arranged, Forced, and Love Marriages
Marriage is a significant institution in Islam, emphasizing companionship, mutual respect, and familial ties. Many Muslims are aware of a...
20/11/24
Hannah McCrindle
Family Law Considerations of Relocation to Middle East
Relocating to the Middle East can present many exciting opportunities and there are myriad reasons why families, divorced and separated...
19/11/24
Emily - Jo Moore
Inter-country adoption: What is it and what is the legal process of adopting a child from overseas?
Inter-country adoption is the process by which a child, habitually resident in one country is adopted by an individual(s) habitually...
19/11/24
Laura Colville
The importance of creating an asset log for effective estate planning
Arrangements may be in place to secure the financial future of those around you following your death – so take the time now to think...
08/11/24
Hannah Braisted
Lessons in Surrogacy: Z (Foreign Surrogacy) [2024] EWFC 304
Mrs Justice Theis handed down her judgment at the end of last month in this recent case involving an application for a parental order in...
05/11/24