One of our talented young solicitors has received national industry recognition for his skills and ability in the probate sector. Oliver Simpson was crowned Young Practitioner of the Year at the British Wills and Probate Awards 2021, whilst we were also highly commended in the Private Client category. The Young Read more…
As the pandemic rolls on, an increasing number of wills are being signed at home. This month, Hannah Montague explains why adhering to the rules governing witnesses is so important. Given the current situation, clients are naturally apprehensive about coming into our offices to sign wills. However, we still have Read more…
Our head of wills and probate, Richard King, rounds off the year by highlighting the reasons you should make a will and how to pick the right adviser. Why is it so important to make a will? Drawing up a will, or wills if you are a couple, is one Read more…
These are uncertain and worrying times, but as Hannah Montague highlights, the disruption to our usually busy lives means there’s no excuse for putting off making a will or Power of Attorney… The ongoing pandemic has prompted many of us to reflect upon our own mortality and the importance of Read more…
In these challenging and unprecedented times, concern for loved ones has led to an increase in demand for wills. Richard Barlow explains how to put your affairs in order under lockdown… My elderly father doesn’t have a will. Given the risks posed to all of us by coronavirus, I’d like Read more…
Contrary to the beliefs of outspoken celebrities, the majority of the parents want to provide for their family with their inheritance. This is evidenced by the increasing numbers of life interest trust wills we are creating for couples who own property. This type of will can be used to ensure Read more…
If a loved one dies with assets of more than £5,000, you have to apply for what is known as a Grant of Probate, which enables you to collect in the deceased’s assets and distribute the estate. Currently, the Probate Registry charges a fee for this service of £155 for Read more…
You may have seen in the news this week a story about a Court of Appeal decision given in the case of Watts v Watts, which left one of the two children of Valerie Watts facing a bill for £340,000 from his sister’s solicitors. The decision handed down by the Court of Appeal on Read more…