Insurance is key in the case of a missing beneficiary or valid will
Missing Beneficiary and Missing Will indemnity insurance products, whilst niche, are a key part of the estate administration process. They offer Personal Representatives (PR) protection from claims against them for a share of an estate following distribution. The truth is, no genealogist can ever be 100% sure that all entitled relatives have been identified; it […]
Blanchard’s Blog: Who holds ownership of abandoned properties, and how can they be rejuvenated?
Every day, across the nation, individuals encounter vacant or forsaken properties left idle, showing no signs of revival. From decrepit homes in overlooked neighbourhoods to deserted commercial buildings, these edifices bear the weight of neglect and disuse. Yet, hidden behind their boarded-up windows and unkempt lawns lies a pertinent question: Who holds ownership of these […]
Legal Services Board announces new Consumer Panel Chair
The Legal Services Board today announces the appointment of Tom Hayhoe as the new Chair of the Legal Services Consumer Panel from 1st May 2024. Tom succeeds Sarah Chambers, whose term of office ends on 31st April 2024. Sarah has served two three-year terms as Chair since 1 May 2018. Alan Kershaw, Chair of the […]
