John Benson, Partner and Head of The Private Client Department reflects on some areas he’s been asked to advise on since last month’s budget announcement. These have included key clarifications on changes to tax…
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Delays at the probate registry will hopefully be eased with the installation of a new management team. The average wait for grant of probate is currently 12 weeks. Mike Freer MP answered a number…
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With effect from 26 July 2023 the Statutory legacy has increased from £270,000 to £322,000. This is the amount that passes to a surviving spouse where the deceased leaves children and does not leave…
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In Divorce, there are so many things to think about and it is easy to go through the process without considering your Will. Many people think, ‘I’ll change my Will after the Divorce is…
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There is good news for those awaiting probate. There has been a recruitment drive at His Majesty’s Courts and Tribunals Service (HMCTS) and with training of new staff now complete, it is hoped the…
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In a recent article by the BBC, the issue of the use of DNR (do not resuscitate) forms as an excuse not to provide life-saving care has been an eye-opener for many, particularly those…
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A power of attorney is a legal document which allows an appointed person/s to act on your behalf should you lose mental capacity. Have you considered what might happen if you fall severely ill…
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Lasting Power of Attorney A Lasting Power of Attorney is a legal document where an individual gives another person or persons (the Attorney(s)) power to make certain decisions and to deal with legal formalities…
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Author: Faye Harlow Smith. Solicitor, LLB (Hons) Our private client department has a wealth of experience of making applications to the Probate Registry in unusual or tricky situations so if you are trying to…
Read more The coronavirus pandemic has made it problematic for the practitioners to take clients’ instructions face to face, or for the Will to be executed in the presence of appropriate witnesses. Practitioners have to be…
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