Updated Grants Of Representation Compulsory From Monday
The eight-week introductory period for the new standard grant of representation application forms will lapse from Monday May 18. Any probate application using outdated methods involving a ‘statement of truth’ will now face delays as their forms, including the old statement of truth, ‘will be returned with a request for the appropriate new form.’ The […]
Ask An Expert: Communicating Effectively With Grieving Families
Recent Office for National Statistics (ONS) data indicates that the UK has suffered over 50,000 more excess deaths in the opening five months of 2020. Unfortunately, this means that more clients are likely to need probate services for deceased relatives who have fallen victim to the virus. Governmental working restrictions are beginning to ease and […]
My Will Writing Journey – Part 3
So, if I thought yesterday was information heavy and intensive. Today’s training, which subsequently is three quarters of the way through the course was going to be more information heavy. My little boy, who had behaved exemplary over the past few days decided he didn’t like mummy not paying him attention, and decided to sit […]
Countrywide Membership Which Includes Our Will Checking Service
Those of you who are members of Countrywide Tax & Trust Corporation Ltd are aware that we offer a Will Checking Service. This service is INCLUDED in your monthly membership fee. We thought it would be helpful to circulate a reminder of what the service includes so you can ensure you are getting the most […]
Law Society Advises On Cautious Return To Offices
The Law Society of England and Wales is urging law firms to remain cautious when entering ‘unchartered waters’ as the lockdown restrictions are lifted and legal businesses are free to work form their offices. Simon Davis suggests all law firms adapt and embed new risk assessment protocols to ensure employees and clients are kept safe. […]