Who benefits?
Most private client practitioners will feel at ease talking their elderly and vulnerable clients through matters such as will-drafting, Lasting Power of Attorney making and the probate process. However, many feel that the topic of welfare benefits is outside their comfort zone and shy away from providing any advice on this area. At CLT, we […]
Widow in court with stepson over late husband's homemade will
The widow of construction tycoon, Ian Wooldridge, has taken her stepson to court for "a few million quid more" from the family fortune. Ian Wooldridge died in a helicopter crash in Northern Ireland aged 52 back in October 2010. Mr Wooldridge’s homemade will divided up his £10 million gross fortune, including the family’s "dream" Surrey […]
The search continues (Will they, or won’t they?)
As previously reported by Today’s Wills & Probate, there is frequent call on social media for either will writers, probate practitioners and estate planners to join local networking groups, as well as requests for help on particular issues from potential clients. Do you include social media within your business development strategy? Will this become the […]