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Unlike many European legal systems English law has always recognised the principle of freedom of testamentary disposition. Put simply, provided always that such property is governed by English law, a person is able to leave that property on death as he or she wishes. Equally, in the absence of a will the English law of intestacy will regulate the disposition of the deceased's property. However, if equitable provision is not made for certain classes of dependants a claim may be made under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975 ("the Inheritance Act").
Having regard to the long and distinguished history of the Firm it is perhaps unsurprising that we have acquired a certain level of experience and expertise in dealing with this type of family dispute.
Whether actively pursuing or resisting a claim on behalf of one of the class of potential claimants under the Inheritance Act or negotiating a settlement of such a claim, we have the necessary specialist skills and expertise to progress matters to an early and satisfactory conclusion.
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