How certain can you be that the deceased did not make a will?
With no compulsory will registration in the UK, where do you go to look for a will following someone’s death? The person looking for the will may face an uphill struggle trying to find one. If it’s not with the deceased’s bank, in their house, or care home, and it doesn’t appear that the deceased […]
#BWAPAwards2022 shortlist and Industry Champion vote
Today’s Wills and Probate, alongside headline sponsor Property Solutions Group and Networking Sponsor Exizent, are proud to bring you the 2022 British Wills and Probate Awards. The results are now in and all this week we have been profiling the firms shortlisted. The shortlist is produced in full below. Commenting on the shortlist Barry Mattock, […]
New guidance spells out SRA approach to sexual misconduct cases
The Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) has produced new guidance on the issue of sexual misconduct within law firms. The guidance sets out what it expects from firms and individuals and illustrates the types of behaviours that are unacceptable and may potentially lead to regulatory action. The number of complaints about sexual misconduct at law firms […]
Pre-paid probate: the wild west returns with a brand-new Stetson?
Following the publication of Prepaid Probate Plans Limited’s open letter to the estate planning profession, Today’s Wills and Probate polled the thoughts of the industry on pre-paid probate and on the company’s plans. Here’s what they said. Nick Ash, Managing Director, Wills and Probate Services The pre-paid probate issue came onto my radar at […]
Sponsor Spotlight: Taylor Rose MW
The fifth rendition of the annual British Wills and Probate Awards is becoming ever-closer. As we count down to the 20th October at the Grand Hotel in Birmingham, our “Sponsor Spotlight” series will highlight the progression, innovation and achievements of all our sponsors who make the event possible. This article will be looking at Taylor Rose […]
