The UK “Incapacity Crisis” – are you prepared?
Earlier this month, The Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP) published an article in relation to a new report from both Solicitors for the Elderly and Centre [Read more]
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Access to an Incapacitated Person’s Will
If you are appointed as an Attorney for Property and Financial Affairs via a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA), then you will know that this [Read more]
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The importance of the Divorce Petition…
…and why it’s not that important who says what! The person starting a divorce is called “the Petitioner”. In their Divorce Petition, the Petitioner must [Read more]
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Do I need a Grant of Probate?
Most people dread the idea of having to apply for a Grant of Probate, but many have no idea what it actually is. Some assume [Read more]
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The 5 most frequently asked questions about Divorce
1. How much will it cost? The cost of lodging a Divorce Petition at Court is £550. The Petitioner must pay this Court fee but [Read more]
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The Residence Nil Rate Band
“Life is really simple, but we insist on making it complicated.” Confucius The new Residence Nil Rate Band (“RNRB”) came into effect on 6th April [Read more]
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Is it time to update your Will?
Have you made a Will? Yes? That’s great, but is it up-to-date? Many people make their Wills, sigh with relief that they don’t have to [Read more]
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Inheritance Tax Update
Currently for Inheritance Tax (“IHT”) purposes, the first £325,000 of a person’s estate passes tax-free on death and any sum above this “nil rate band” is taxed [Read more]
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What will be your digital legacy?
Historically most of us would have stored our treasured memories in photo albums and paper diaries, physical items we could leave to our loved ones by [Read more]
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Guide to Boundary Disputes for Landowners
Understand how legal boundaries are determined, the possible defences to an individual case and what steps may need to be taken to resolve a dispute.