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alcoholism in itself does not mean a person making a will does not have testamentary capacity, or that they will be more open to undue influence

Alcoholism and the validity of a will

A recent case looks at the relationship between alcoholism and testamentary capacity, and illustrates the reluctance of the Courts to overturn a will based on undue influence – particularly if an experienced solicitor has been involved in drawing up the will. As is often the case when the validity of a will is being challenged, the claim will be made up of a number of elements. In the recent case […]

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