Solicitor who concealed failure to act on woman’s estate struck off
A solicitor has been struck off after misleading the family of a deceased relative that arrangements had been dealt with.
Why you should get involved in Free Wills Month
Tomorrow marks the start of the next Free Wills Month.
January sees jump in registered deaths
According to recently published provisional figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS), the number of deaths recorded in January 2018 was 64,157. Compared to December 2017, this represents a rise of 19,016 and, in comparison to January 2017, an increase of 6,791.
Agreement to strike off solicitor linked to suspicious investment schemes rejected
The option of striking off a solicitor following the emergence of his links to suspicious investment schemes has been rejected by the Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal.
Launch of public register considered by FCA
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has set out its intention to consult on proposals to boost availability of information on individuals at authorised firms.
Retiring divorcees £3,800 worse off
Recent research has revealed that the expected annual income for divorcees retiring this year will be approximately £3,800 less than those who have been through a marital split.
Will drafting risks are on the rise
A Will is one of the most important documents that someone will write during their lifetime. As well as dealing with sentimental and often emotional matters, having a formal Will is the only way to ensure that an estate is distributed in line with final wishes.
Countrywide Group Talks: CGT
Following being awarded ‘Best Practice Representative‘ in the inaugural Law & Justice edition of the Parliamentary Review, Countrywide Tax & Trust Corporation Ltd and its experts embark on presenting another webinar on based on Capital Gains Tax. Forecasts from the Office for Budget Responsibility show Capital Gains Tax (CGT) receipts are set to rise again this year, […]
How could networking boost your Willwriting business?
It’s no surprise that so many professionals in the Wills and Probate sector choose to be sole practitioners.
Today’s Wills and Probate Feature: Money Laundering and Risk
The legal sector is a common target for money laundering.
January sees equity release hit record high
New figures have revealed that the amount of equity released last month hit a record high.
FCA calls for input on the use of technology to improve regulatory reporting
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has today announced that it is seeking views on how technology can make it easier for firms to meet their regulatory reporting requirements and improve the quality of the information they provide.
Dormant asset reclaim plans spark calls for pensioner safeguards
The government are being called to ensure adequate protection is in place for pension savers under a new ‘dormant asset’ reclaim scheme.
Research suggests complex IHT rules deterring older generation from sharing wealth
Recent data suggets that the confusing nature of inheritance tax (IHT) is having a negative impact on the wealth shared with younger generations.
Over a third fail to spot a pension scam
Recent research has revealed that over a third of people would fail to recognise a pension scam.
SRA hopes to become separate legal entity
The Solicitors Regulation Authority has stated that it should become a separate entity from the Law Society.
Law Society calls for LSB to provide greater clarity on regulator duties
The Law Society has urged the Legal Services Board to provide greater clarity on its Internal Governance Rules (IGR).
Are you up to date with changes in the sector?
It’s no secret that regulation within our sector is subject to scrutiny.
Law Commission to “identify areas of trust law that would benefit from modernisation”
The Law Commission is set to identify areas of trust law which would benefit from modernisation.
Ethical Funeral Plan from the SWW
The Society of Will Writers launched The SWW Trusted Funeral Plan through Today’s Wills and Probate last Friday and have since mailed out over 600 packs to interested parties and SWW members.
