Daniel Rourke
Articles by Daniel Rourke
31 Mar 2026 Estate Planning for Families with Children with Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Planning for the future is important for every family. For families with children who have SEN, planning carries added responsibility. Parents must consider long-term care, financial stability, and legal protection. A carefully prepared estate plan helps secure your child’s future. It ensures continued support if you are no longer present. It also helps avoid unintended […]
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9 Feb 2026 What Happens to My Will After the PM Law Closure — and Other Law Firm Shutdowns
The unexpected closure of PM Law Group and its associated practices has left many clients worried about the safety of their important legal documents — especially wills. In the last year, a number of UK law firms have closed suddenly or been shut down by the regulator, raising real concerns for clients who entrusted their wills, property transactions, and other legal matters to these advisers.
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3 Feb 2026 What Happens When Someone Dies with Assets in More Than One Country?
In an increasingly international world, it is common for individuals to hold assets, residences and family connections in more than one country. When a death occurs in these circumstances, the administration of the estate can raise complex legal, tax and procedural issues across multiple jurisdictions.
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7 Jan 2026 New Year, New You: Why Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney Deserve a Place on Your 2026 Checklist
Every January it’s the same story, gyms fill up. People commit to healthier habits, better routines, and long-term wellbeing. The idea is simple: small actions now protect you later.
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28 Nov 2025 Cross-Border Probate Case Study: Greek-Domiciled Estate and the UK Infected Blood Compensation Scheme
The cross-border probate team at IMD Solicitors recently assisted in a matter that demonstrated the challenges that arise when a deceased individual had ties to both the UK and another jurisdiction.
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4 Dec 2018 Why a health and welfare power of attorney is a good idea
A health & welfare lasting power of attorney is a legal document which allows you to appoint people you trust to make decisions about health treatments and personal care for you if you lose the mental capacity to make such decisions for yourself. Iwona Durlak, a specialist with IMD Solicitors with offices in London, Manchester […]
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