Free webinar: Trusts for children: Key considerations in estate planning and administration
Kings Court Trust invites you to a free, informative webinar exploring the challenges and responsibilities that arise when administering Trusts for children. Through real-life case studies, we’ll break down common issues and practical solutions when gifts are left to minor beneficiaries in a Will or Trust. Whether you’re a Will Writer, Financial Adviser, or simply […]
Grave Robbers Episode Two: Strangers in the Street
Episode two of The Grave Robbers Podcast – another gripping investigation made possible by the research team here at Anglia Research. Following an in-depth investigation led by the team at Anglia Research, the BBC’s new podcast Grave Robbers hosted by journalist Sue Mitchell is helping uncover the truth behind a number of troubling estate cases, […]
Lab-grown vs natural diamonds: What you need to know
Diamonds have long been symbols of wealth, but with the rise of lab-grown diamonds, this perception is shifting. For executors managing estates, distinguishing between natural and lab-grown diamonds is crucial for accurate valuations, inheritance tax assessments, and fair distribution. Understanding the Differences Natural Diamonds Formed over millions of years under extreme pressure and temperature deep […]
Redkite Solicitors Strengthens Leadership in Contentious Trust and Probate with ACTAPS Appointment
Redkite Solicitors say they are now the only firm in Wales whose contentious probate team hold multiple Association of Contentious Trust and Probate Specialists (ACTAPS) full memberships, saying the feat ‘places the firm at the forefront of contentious probate expertise in the region.’ Partner and Head of Will, Trust and Estate Disputes, Alexia Thomas has […]
Standish v Standish – what does this mean for tax planning?
Last week the Supreme Court delivered its in Standish v Standish [2025] UKSC 26. The case examined the concepts of “matrimonial” or “non-matrimonial” assets when considering financial orders on divorce. Assets which are matrimonial are subject to the sharing principle, whereas non-matrimonial assets are not. In 2017, Mr Standish transferred investments worth £77.8m to his […]