The Complete Guide to the Life Cycle of a Trust
Date: 23/01/23 | Book now – click here We all know the reasons as for why we advise clients to set up trusts be that in their wills or in lifetime, maybe its bloodline planning, asset protection, or taxation (usually IHT). We will also know that different trusts can serve different purposes dependent upon the […]
The biggest changes in probate processes between 2021 – 2022
Exizent spoke to all those involved in the administrative processes related to death – from the recently bereaved to legal firms and financial institutions – to capture the state of the nation when it comes to the associated legal and financial responsibilities, and their impact on the time, money and emotional state of those involved. Their […]
Powers of Attorney Bill: What to expect
The Powers of Attorney Bill had its second reading in the House of Commons last week, and with it the contents of the Bill was revealed. Brought by Conservative MP Stephen Metcalfe, the Bill is aiming to modernise the lasting power of attorney (LPA) process by allowing for applications to be made digitally and/or on […]
Consultation launched on Hague Convention 2019
The government has launched a consultation seeking views on its plan for the UK to become a Contracting State to Hague 2019 by ratifying it and implementing it into domestic law. Hague 2019 sets out to provide a global framework of common rules to facilitate the recognition and enforcement of judgments from one jurisdiction to […]