Wills & Probate

A review of Capital Gains Tax implications for probate cases by Joanna Pitchfork, our Wills and Probate Paralegal

Grant of Representation: An update!

What value do you put on peace of mind? If you become either mentally or physically incapable of handling your affairs, are you confident that your finances and personal wishes will be dealt with appropriately? The Alzheimer’s… Read More

What you need to know about The New Trust Registration Service (TRS)

If you’ve made a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA), or you’re looking to make one soon, you may understandably have questions about cancelling your LPA or changing your Attorneys should your circumstances changes in the future. What is a… Read More

As the government ‘unlocks’ England and lifts social distancing measures, you may be wondering how this affects our Wills & Probate services.

Your Will should be kept under regular review so that it reflects your financial and personal circumstances. We suggest contacting a specialist Wills & Probate Solicitor to review your Will around every 5 – 7 years, or earlier if your… Read More

The government is encouraging more people to put in place Lasting Powers of Attorney with the 'Your voice, your decision' campaign. The government’s website explains that “if you lose the ability to make certain decisions for… Read More

In recent months, our Wills and Probate team have dealt with a number of 'homemade' Wills when applying for a Grant of Probate. Unfortunately, mistakes made in the creation, signing or witnessing of a 'homemade' Will are not usually… Read More

We’re delighted to announce our Personal Injury and Wills & Probate teams have been recommended by The Legal 500 2020 edition. Each year, The Legal 500 ranks a list of ‘recommended’ law firms based on submissions and interviews. We’ve… Read More

During these unprecedented times, Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPA) can still proceed. We are adapting our processes to ensure matters can be started, progressed and finalised whilst keeping safe during the current social… Read More

Yesterday the government announced plans to increase probate fees will not come in to force next year. The controversial proposal to increase fees up to £6,000 was revealed earlier this year to widespread public and professional… Read More