After someone dies, a grant of probate is a vital step to gaining control over the deceased’s estate. Without it, families can be left unable to sell their loved one’s home, access their bank account

It has long been thought that the laws in England and Wales which govern the disposal of bodies are outdated and in need of modernization. Many of the laws still applicable today have roots in

You may have heard in the recent Autumn statement that the Inheritance Tax Nil Rate Band is to be frozen until at least April 2028. Essentially the Nil Rate Band is the amount of your

We are often asked by clients what they need to do in the first few days or weeks following the death of a family member or friend and the first step is always the same.

If you are a trustee, you will need to consider carefully if you are required to register the trust. The changes – which came into effect from 6 October 2020 – mean that all express

Contentious probate is an umbrella term that generally covers any dispute involving the estate of someone who has died. “Probate” refers to the proving of a Will, which can be disputed or contested. Common Reasons

Income tax to date of death Administering an estate of someone who has died has a number of different aspects to it that need to be dealt with by the executor or personal representative of

There are a number of grounds on which you can contest a Will. Due to the increase in people preparing their Wills themselves, it is becoming more frequent for people to pass away, leaving a

Lord Templeman was well known for his bold and significant contributions to English Law. One of his most profound was the ‘golden rule’ established in Kenward v Adams [1975] CLY 359: “In the case of

The Difference Between Lasting Powers of Attorney & Deputyship In the Deputyship Department one of the most common questions clients ask us is “What’s the difference between Lasting Powers of Attorney and Deputyship?” The answer