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Representation of Dominion Fiduciary Trust Limited re the E Trust: [2024] JRC 168

The Court heard representations on 14 December 2023 regarding a Jersey discretionary trust created in 2016. The beneficiaries included the Settlor, his spouse, and their four children. The Trust owned significant assets, including two London properties purchased for £54.5 million in 2016.

September 26, 2024 Read more

Representation of Frost: [2024] JRC 166

This unique case considered the principles to be considered when the Court is invited to make a declaration of a death. Jersey’s customary law provides a rebuttable presumption that a...

September 26, 2024 Read more

Representation of Johnson and Rosel Estates Limited: [2024] JRC 074

This case concerned applications to renounce interests relating to a will of immovable estate. The first representor was the grandson of the deceased (the “Grandson”). By the deceased’s will relating...

September 26, 2024 Read more

What is Légitime?

Under Jersey law a person domiciled in Jersey does not have complete freedom to leave their property to whomever they wish. Légitime is a Jersey law doctrine which provides protection...

February 28, 2024 Read more

Amendments to the Probate (Jersey) Law 1998

The Probate (Jersey) Law 1998 has recently undergone significant amendments that impact the requirements for obtaining a Grant of Probate or letters of administration for movable estates. Previously, the Law...

November 09, 2023 Read more

6 key life moments when you should review your will

Your will is an ever-evolving document, a testament to your life. It should be reviewed and updated periodically, at least every few years, to ensure your wishes are accurately recorded and followed by those who survive you. In this article, Kelsi Rendell highlights 6 key moments that should prompt you to review your will.

September 28, 2023 Read more

Am I Too Young For a Lasting Power of Attorney?

While you may think that a Lasting Power of Attorney is something that only needs to be considered later in life, it is, in fact, never too early to plan...

June 08, 2023 Read more

A Guide to Jersey Probate

Dealing with a bereavement – even one that may have been expected – can be devastating and overwhelming enough without the paperwork that awaits. You may not realise what is...

June 08, 2022 Read more
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