Gates’ billion-pound divorce and family inheritance
The divorce announcement of one of the world’s richest couples sent shockwaves out last week, when Bill and Melinda Gates announced they are to split. As well as Microsoft, the couple are famous for the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, and for insisting that their three children will not inherit the bulk of the Gates’ […]
First McLaren P1 registered will appear at Silverstone Auctions May Sale
One of just 375 examples produced The very first to be registered to a customer, confirmed by a personal letter from P1 designer, Frank Stephenson Just 3,666 miles from new in the hands of its two owners Finished in Volcano Yellow with a black leather interior The McLaren P1 was a game changer; with a […]
Certainty Expert Webinar: Capacity, capacity, it’s nothing like capacity
The National Will Register are pleased to welcome Tom Dumont QC from Radcliffe Chambers who will be presenting our upcoming Certainty Expert Webinar on Tuesday 25th May 2021 at 12.00pm, titled ‘Capacity, capacity, it’s nothing like capacity’. What’s the test for making Wills following the appeal in Clitheroe v Bond, and how do you ensure […]
3 simple ways to boost your mental well-being
Managing stress and mental well-being is something that all companies should make a priority, but for lawyers, it’s especially important. Per the 2018 Legal Trends Report, the average full-time lawyer works nearly 50 hours per week—75% of lawyers surveyed for the report also reported working outside of regular business hours, and 39% said that this […]
Why do people not take time to make a Will?
This week is Dying Matters week, and although the week aims at raising awareness and breaking the taboo of discussing death, it also brings conversations about preparing for death to the forefront of people’s minds. Research conducted by Hargreaves Lansdowne has revealed that: 42% of people are certain their parents have a Will 17% say […]