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The Role of Financial Coaching in Family Disputes with Kristin Cunliffe

Posted on January 5, 2026 by Emily Anderson

In this episode of Law Torn, Samara and Philippa are joined by their first guest, Kristin Cunliffe, to discuss the role emotions play in financial decision-making during family litigation. Kristin is a financial planner, financial coach and educator with over …

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Common Law Marriage: What Cohabiting Couples Need to Know

Posted on November 24, 2025 by Emily Anderson

In this episode, Samara Dutton, Partner in Collyer Bristow’s Private Wealth Disputes team, is joined by Philippa Dolan, Partner in the Family team, to explore the widespread misconception of common law marriage, a “status” believed by 46% of the population, yet one …

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Episode 1: Introducing LawTorn – Exploring Family and Inheritance Disputes

Posted on October 27, 2025 by Emily Anderson

In this introductory episode, hosts Samara Dutton, Partner in Collyer Bristow’s Private Wealth Disputes Team, and Philippa Dolan, Partner in the Family Team, introduce LawTorn — a new podcast exploring what happens when family relationships break down and disputes spill …

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Why early estate planning is key to effective generational wealth transfer

Posted on October 6, 2025 by Emily Anderson

When it comes to passing on wealth, hindsight is no substitute for foresight. In this exclusive IFA Magazine article, we’re grateful to law firm Collyer Bristow’s private wealth and trusts specialists for providing their legal lens on succession and estate planning. It’s a …

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Daughter who cared for ageing mother wins High Court claim for reimbursement from estate

Posted on June 10, 2025 by Emily Anderson

A recent judgment of the England and Wales High Court (Rogers v Wills [2025] EWHC 1367 Ch) has opened the door to new claims for reimbursement from family estates in respect of unpaid caregiving. Bernadette Rogers, who cared for her …

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Power of Attorney UK: Everything You Need to Know | Collyer Bristow Legal Guide

Posted on May 12, 2025 by Emily Anderson

A Power of Attorney (POA) is a vital legal document that allows you to appoint someone you trust to make decisions on your behalf – especially if you lose the mental or physical capacity to do so yourself. In this …

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Georgina Crane

Posted on May 8, 2025 by Emily Anderson

Rachel is an Associate in our Tax and Estate planning team.

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Piggy Banks to Portfolios: can children hold shares in a company?

Posted on June 19, 2024 by Claire Tourret

There are no statutory restrictions on shares in a private limited company incorporated in England and Wales being held by a minor. However, there may be restrictions in the company’s articles of association and/or shareholders’ agreement. You should therefore always …

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CB team comments on the Chancellor’s 2024 Spring Budget

Posted on March 6, 2024 by Claire Tourret

Partner James Austen comments on the Chancellor’s HICBC updates, which include the announcement that HICBC will become a household based system and that its threshold will begin at £60,000: “At first sight, campaigners seeking the overhaul of the confusing, punitive, …

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Why should families take heed of the Alain Delon inheritance dispute?

Posted on February 5, 2024 by Claire Tourret

Estate planning as a high-net worth individual with family issues can be complicated – even more so when it is played out in the public eye. This rings true in the case of Alain Delon, a 1960s French film star, …

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