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Many of the families who contact us say the same thing at the start of their conversation:“I knew something wasn’t right, but no one...

Deputies will usually be asked to take out a security bond or surety bond. These often include a ‘Bond Value’ of eye-watering figures in...

More than a third (36%) of Wills drafted last year included at least one trust, highlighting the growing importance of trust expertise...

As a private client solicitor, I regularly see the distress caused when a loved one’s estate becomes the subject of dispute. Many...

A bankrupt man who transferred a sizeable portion of the inheritance he received from his father's estate to friends and family has...

It has come to light that NS&I is holding millions of pounds which should have been paid out to the estates of deceased customers. While...

From April 2027, significant changes to the inheritance tax (IHT) treatment of pensions are set to reshape the obligations and potential...

As we approach the Spring Statement on 3 March 2026, many clients are understandably wondering what it may mean for their personal...

Agricultural Property Relief (APR) and Business Property Relief (BPR) currently provide generous inheritance tax (IHT) benefits, offering...

Valentine’s Day naturally turns our thoughts toward the people we love most. It’s a day for heartfelt gestures and celebrating those we...

When somebody loses the capacity to manage their finances and property, and they haven’t already made a Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPA),...

Catherine O’Hara’s recent death has prompted an outpouring of tributes from colleagues and fans alike.  For many, she will be remembered...