Inheritance & Family Dependants - An Introduction to the 1975 Act with Pump Court Chambers

Introduction

This full day course is aimed at practitioners starting out in this area or those wishing to refresh their knowledge of the essentials.

It will provide you with the basic principles, case law and practical knowledge to practice in this area.

What You Will Learn

This course will cover the following:

• What makes a valid will?
• The potential challenges to a will
• What happens if the deceased did not have a will?
• Who can bring a claim under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975 (‘the 1975 Act’)?
• What relief is available under the 1975 Act?
• What factors does the court consider under the 1975 Act?
• Time limits, joint assets, non-avoidance provisions and other must know principles of the 1975 Act