Remember A Charity Week 2024 kicks off celebrating a record year of charitable wills
This Remember A Charity Week (9th-15th September), solicitor firms, Will-writers and legal partners are joining charities across the UK to encourage people to consider leaving a gift to their favourite charities in their will, while taking care of their family and friends. Together, they are celebrating the increase in legacy giving to charitable causes, while […]
State pension set to rise by £460
The latest wages data suggests that the new full state pension is expected to rise by £460 a year from April. The rise is expected to be driven by the “triple lock” mechanism, which dictates that the state pension rises annually based on the highest of three factors: inflation, average wage growth, or 2.5%. This […]
Husband blocked from inheriting £4.4m estate after high court rules he killed heiress wife
A High Court judge has ruled that Donald McPherson, also known as Alexander James Lang, unlawfully killed his wife, heiress Paula Leeson, to gain access to her £4.4 million estate, as reported by The Telegraph. The ruling, delivered by Mr Justice Richard Smith in Manchester, prevents McPherson from inheriting her fortune. Leeson, 47, was found […]
YouTube channel to showcase the work of genealogy and probate research
A genealogy and probate research firm will appear on a newly launched YouTube channel to explore the world of family history and estate inheritance. London-based Fraser and Fraser will feature on Probate TV’s series “Lineage,” a series of short case studies navigating complex probate cases, uncovering long-lost family members, and reuniting heirs with their rightful […]
Settlement fees waived for bereaved partners facing destitution
People dealing with the death of their partner and facing financial hardship will soon be able to apply to have the application fee for settlement waived, under new rules laid in Parliament today. Currently, people who wish to apply for settlement in the UK following the death of their partner are required to pay a […]
World Vision and Octopus Legacy offering free Wills to all
Smart money management is something that everyone, regardless of age, can get peace of mind from. Whether it’s handling personal finances or working out the legacy a person will leave behind, there can be a lot to consider, especially with Remember A Charity Week running from 9 to 15 September, encouraging everyone to think about […]
Removing A Trustee From a Trust
There are various circumstances in which the need to remove a trustee from a trust may arise, including for practical reasons (such as replacement following death or retirement). In other cases, trustee removal and appointment is an important mechanism for upholding the proper administration of the trust. Applications to the court to remove a trustee […]
