SQE1 sample questions

Question 41

A man died ten months ago domiciled in England and Wales. A grant of representation to his estate was issued seven months ago. By his will, the man left all of his estate to his favourite charity. The man’s widow is considering whether to bring a claim against his estate under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975 ('the Act'). There are no circumstances in which a court would give permission for a late application to be made under the Act.

Which of the following statements best explains whether the widow is able to bring a claim under the Act?

A. The widow is able to bring a claim because the grant of representation was issued less than two years ago.

B. The widow is able to bring a claim because the grant of representation was issued less than six months after the date of death.

C. The widow is able to bring a claim because the man died less than two years ago.

D. The widow is not able to bring a claim because the man died more than six months ago.

E. The widow is not able to bring a claim because the grant of representation was issued more than six months ago.


E - The widow is not able to bring a claim because the grant of representation was issued more than six months ago.


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