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When someone passes away, their estate, whether modest or extensive, needs to be sorted out properly. That includes property, savings,…

Inheritance Tax (IHT) is claiming a growing share of family wealth. In the 2024/25 tax year, HMRC collected a record…

When we talk about the Court of Protection, it’s usually in the context of applying for deputyship or seeking approval…

A human tragedy that caught my eye in the press was the death of Mike Lynch last year aboard his…

One month ago, the Bona Vacantia Division of the Government Legal Department made the decision to temporarily remove the Unclaimed…

Of course, it is hoped that a Trustee will be able to carry out their functions without issue for as…

It is one of life’s uncomfortable truths; it doesn’t matter how healthy or how fit you are, unfortunate circumstances can…

They say you can’t take it with you – not even your car. So, when someone passes away, it’s best…

Many people want to help their children or loved ones while they are still alive to see the benefit. Whether…

The Gender Recognition Act 2004, which came into effect 4 April 2005, was a monumental piece of legislation for transgender…

When managing private wealth and planning for inheritance, one of the most overlooked—but legally crucial—considerations is mental capacity. Capacity determines…

When the Queen of Soul passed away in 2018, she left more than just a legacy of timeless music –…