Unmarried Partners & Intestacy in England and Wales: What You Need to Know
For the millions of cohabiting couples in England and Wales, the assumption that a surviving partner will “automatically inherit” is not just risky — it is legally incorrect. Despite the rise of long‑term cohabitation, the law has not kept pace with modern family structures, and the rules of intestacy (which apply where one passes away […]
Jonathan Povey qualified as a solicitor via the SQE route in November 2024 and joined Adams Harrison as a solicitor in January 2025. He has been working in Private Client work since April 2023 and has had extensive exposure to and experience with Wills (including Trusts created in Wills) and Lasting Powers of Attorney. He can also deal with Probate and the administration of estates. Jonathan works mainly in the Saffron Walden office but is available for meetings in the Sawston office, the Haverhill office, home and hospital visits, or remotely via telephone or online meetings. Jonathan is committed to growing his knowledge and understanding in the field and is driven by a desire to help those in difficult times and also to assist those planning how best to provide for their loved ones in years to come.
Hobbies and Interests: Outside of Work, Jonathan regularly attends the gym and enjoys spending time with his young family and cat.
