As part of the Women in Wills group, that is run through Today’s Wills and Probate, where industry peers share their knowledge. We wanted to share with you, the thoughts of Lynne Bradey, a Partner
Here at Today’s Wills and Probate, we wanted to share with you the good news we’ve had within in the industry of professionals joining firms and those who have moved up the promotional ladder. This
Yesterday, an announcement by the Home Office revealed that the Bereavement Scheme was being extended to provide indefinite leave for families and dependants of social care workers and NHS support staff who sadly pass away
Angus McCallum-Toppin’s widow could destroy the AMT coffee chain, as the remaining partners fail to fulfill their financial duties to her. AMT is a coffee company that was set up in 1993 by Alexander and
Today, Wednesday 20 May 2020, a change to English law now determines that all adults will now be considered as organ donors when they die. This can only be changed if the person has opted
Last week, Today’s Wills and Probate launched it’s ‘Sentiment Survey‘ inviting readers to share their opinions on the impact the coronavirus crisis has had on their businesses. The survey ran for a week, and we
A Scottish Government consultation has revealed the need for reform with regards to intestate succession. The consultation, which ran for 12 weeks between February and March of this year, asked for a variety of views.
Despite all of the issues the last eight weeks of lockdown has thrown at us, it hasn’t prevented the Women in Will’s group growing in numbers. In fact, now it seems is the time more
The Government has revealed that applications for grants of probate have fallen by 50% since 23rd March 2020, the date the coronavirus lockdown began. On average, HM Courts and Tribunals Service (HMCTS) usually receive between
Today, Monday 18th May marks the beginning of Mental Health Awareness Week 2020, which is themed around acts of kindness. Following a celebrity death earlier in the year, the over arching sentiment in 2020 of
So today is the final day of my Will Writing Course, and I can safely say it has been an information heavy week. Last night, I had the pleasure of joining the Women In Will’s
Here at Today’s Wills and Probate, we wanted to share with you the good news we’ve had within in the industry of professionals joining firms and those who have moved up the promotional ladder. This
So, if I thought yesterday was information heavy and intensive. Today’s training, which subsequently is three quarters of the way through the course was going to be more information heavy. My little boy, who had
After a night of going over my notes, and realising that the introductory information provided on the first day of the course, cemented some of the knowledge I already had of the sector – thanks
74-year-old Sandra Amos has successfully inherited her husband’s estate, contesting her step-daughter’s case for forfeiture after she accidentally killed her husband in a car crash. Mrs Amos was driving herself and her husband Royston Amos
A few weeks into lockdown I decided that I wanted to do something different and learn a new skill which could help me, both as a writer for Today’s Wills and Probate and provide me
Following the death of Anthony (Tony) Sowray, who died intestate, his estranged daughter Claire naturally inherited his estate. However, problems arose when both Matthew and James Willis spoke of Claire’s father’s promise to them that
Since the Coronavirus pandemic, the way we celebrate the life of our lost loved ones has changed. UK funeral services group, Dignity, has revealed that as a result of the worldwide pandemic, mourners are choosing
Kathryn Bew and Jermaine Smith have strengthened the Private Wealth Team at Thrings law firm. Kathryn, has joined the firm as senior associate from Wansbroughs Solicitors and has over 26 year’s experience of advising UK-based
During these uncertain times, the worry about how the UK economy will cope and recover from the Corona virus pandemic has been talked about by many. Whilst firms are attempting to consolidate their cash flows
Today’s Wills & Probate invites readers to share their opinions on the impact of Covid-19 in their businesses. A raft of measures to support the economy has helped but despite the light at the end
A son has lost a court battle with his mother over a £6m estate he claimed he was promised would be “all his one day”. Peter Horsford, 54, was challenged by his mother, 88 year-old
The Law Society has reported that there has been a 30% increase on the usual requests to create Wills. Whilst speaking to the Daily Telegraph, Chair of the Wills and Equity Committee, Ian Bond revelaed
Private client solicitor Krystal Garnett has landed her ideal role at Cumbria based Cartmell Shepherd Solicitors. Speaking of her appointment, Krystal said: “I am so excited to get started. Cartmell Shepherd has such a good
£2.9 billion has been made available from the government to help strengthen care for vulnerable people, enabling them to be discharged from hospital and freeing up NHS resources. The funding, which was pledged by the
The Court of Appeal has dismissed an appeal from David and Josephine Guest, following a High Court judgment in favour of their son Andrew. Andrew brought a case against his parents, who he claims back
It hasn’t taken cyber criminals long to turn the Coronavirus pandemic into a money making scheme. With more people working from home and face-to-face meetings cancelled, now is the time to remind clients that you
In a continued bid to distance himself from his father, King Felipe VI has renounced his inheritance and stripped his father Juan Carlos of his palace allowance due to uncertainty over business dealings. Last week,
The coronavirus – Covid-19 – pandemic has seemingly sent the world into a spin. With people fighting over groceries and toilet roll, organisations and entire countries deciding to lock down, it can be difficult to
A study commissioned by Remember A Charity, has seen an increase in the number of charitable legacies left or set to be left in people’s Wills. The study was completed by nfpSynergy which discovered that
As reported in the Law Gazette, last week the Court of Protection (CoP) ruled on guidance to those acting as deputies on behalf of incapacitated clients, informing them they should seek permission before beginning litigation.
Research from Profile Pensions has revealed that the pensions gap between men and women, is far worse than the gender pay gap, which is attempting to be rectified. During their research, Profile Pensions analysed over