2021 SWW Conference launched!
It is with great pleasure and excitement that we can officially announce the launch of The Society of Will Writers Annual Conference 2021. Planning for this year’s event has been happening behind the scenes for a couple of months now with the teams at the Society and the venue working hard to bring you an […]
What is a deceased insolvent estate?
A deceased estate is insolvent when the deceased person’s liabilities exceed the value of their assets. This leads to creditors being owed money by the estate, which must be repaid as far as funds allow. A hierarchy of payment exists for deceased insolvent estates. The executor, or personal representative, is responsible for ensuring debts are […]
Sponsor Spotlight: Ampla Finance
In a series of Supporters in Focus pieces, we are thrilled to introduce our supporters of The British Wills and Probate Awards 2021 Alongside headline sponsor Executor Solutions we look forward to recognising achievement, highlighting progression and championing innovation. Today we profile Innovation of the Year sponsors Ampla Finance. We’re delighted to have Ampla Finance on board with the fourth […]
Professional fined after firm lacked in probate experience
A professional who progressed a probate matter at a firm with no skills or experience in the area of law is fined. A compliance officer and manager had to pay £2,000 in fines after the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) imposed the penalty after unearthing that Patrick Asemota, a solicitor with south-east London firm, showed a […]
