Free Webinar – How to mitigate risk when administering an estate
Title Research’s next free webinar will discuss how to mitigate risk when administering an estate. When administering an estate, we know complex scenarios are not uncommon. Whether it’s intestacy, missing beneficiaries or overseas assets, these can all present challenges as you deal with an estate. During this informative webinar, Simon Barber, Title Research’s experienced Technical […]
OLC appoint new Chief Ombudsman and Chief Operating Officer
The Office for Legal Complaints is pleased to announce the appointments of Paul McFadden as Chief Ombudsman and Sandra Strinati as Chief Operating Officer of the Legal Ombudsman. Elisabeth Davies, Chair of OLC, said: “Paul and Sandra are joining the Legal Ombudsman at a critically important time, for staff and customers, and for recovering and […]
The British Wills and Probate Awards are coming!
In six days’ time, we’ll all be able to get together and inject a little bit of sparkle into our Thursday afternoon, as we celebrate this year’s British Wills and Probate Awards. The overriding purpose of the awards is to recognise the achievements of individuals and companies within our industry, whilst celebrating those who pick […]
What’s a death bed gift and are they valid?
The usual procedure for making a will is set out in the Wills Act 1937 which requires that in order for a will to be valid it must be: In writing and either signed by the testator, or by another person in their presence and by their direction; and Signed (or the signature acknowledged by […]
Solicitors asked to check protection following SIF closure postponement
As a result of the coronavirus pandemic, the closure of new claims to the Solicitors’ Indemnity Fund (SIF) has been postponed until 30 September 2021. Although, the postponement gives solicitors another 12 months breathing space. Simon Davis, President of the Law Society of England and Wales has revealed that this doesn’t resolve “the underlying problem” […]
Legacy giving will “hold up well compared to other income streams”
Legacy Foresight has released its Legacy Market Briefing 2020 report to the sector, sharing insights about the shape of the sector today and some key long-term trends. Based on analysis gained from the Legacy Monitor programme and its consortium of over 80 leading not-for-profit organisations, some key findings are as follows: 1. Long term bequest […]
