Families applying for probate should be aware of a recent change affecting the cost of official copies of the Grant of Probate in England and Wales. While the application fee... read more →
In recent years, applying for a grant of probate has become more accessible than ever. HM Courts & Tribunals Service (HMCTS) introduced an online probate application process designed to make... read more →
The Law Commission has proposed major updates to the Wills Act 1837 which is one of the oldest pieces of legislation still in force in England and Wales. The aim... read more →
The death of pop star Liam Payne has highlighted the critical importance of having a Will. Despite his substantial estate, Liam Payne died intestate, without a Will, leading to legal... read more →
When you're in a committed relationship but not married, it’s easy to assume that your partner would automatically inherit your assets if something were to happen to you. Unfortunately, there... read more →
The administration of lasting powers of attorney (LPA) is on its way to becoming fully online. In an ideal world, you should have an LPA (or its Scottish or Northern... read more →
“Get a will and keep it up to date” is advice that often appears in the personal finance pages and elsewhere. A recent lapse in concentration from the Ministry of... read more →
If an English or Welsh domiciled person dies without leaving a will, the amount that a surviving spouse or civil partner can inherit as a statutory legacy under the intestacy... read more →
While the majority of the 2023/24 tax rates were released in the autumn, some changes involved unwinding the announcements of Mr Hunt’s predecessor. With inflation and cost of living concerns... read more →
After presenting a Budget-in-all-but name with the Autumn Statement, the Spring Budget 2023 was delivered against the backdrop of a day of widespread industrial action. The run-up to the event... read more →
