A free-to-access baby-loss awareness training programme has been launched to help law firms gain a deeper understanding of how to effectively support their employees and co-workers who have experienced the loss of a baby. The
The Wills and Probate sector once again came together to recognise and celebrate excellence at the sixth annual British Wills and Probate Awards, sponsored by CTT Group, with over 700 people attending either in person,
The 179th Presidential of the Law Society of England and Wales was inaugurated this week, alongside a new leadership team following the end of Lubna Shuja’s time in post. Nick Emmerson, a partner at Lewis
The number of probate cases being managed by adults aged between 18 and 44 years old has increased by over 10% over the past twelve months, and nearly 40% over the course of the last
Ogier’s head of Estate Planning, Wills and Probate in Jersey, Henry Wickham, has been promoted to partner, a move that sees the international practice grow to 108 partners globally. Henry advises on all aspects of
Nearly two-thirds of lawyers feel less optimistic about their career prospects after having children, with 58% of respondents to a recent survey indicating they feel it holds back their professional opportunities. The research has been
The Professional Standards Board (PSB), the committee set up to provide oversight and governance for The Society of Will Writers, has strengthened its remit in an effort to beef up consumer protection, consumer confidence and
A recent survey has suggested that 70% of practitioners are waiting in excess of 10 weeks for a grant of probate, with more than half saying it was taking longer than 19 weeks. The research
On Thursday 28th September, Women in Wills came together again, this time in Bristol at the remarkable Harbour Hotel. Raye Bradley, our Events Assistant, has shared an event update. We were delighted to see that
The latest Today’s Wills and Probate podcast welcomes Laurelo on to talk about the current challenges facing probate practitioners. Michael speaks with host David about the origins of the business and his ambitions to support
Wills, Trusts and Estate Planning for Support Staff This training webinar series is brought to you by Today’s Training and HTF Legal Training. Whilst other sectors of law have suffered throughout the current economic climate,
The Today’s Wills and Probate podcast welcome Ian Bond on to discuss the life and times of a private client practitioner in 2023. Ian is a partner in the Lifestyle and Estate Planning Team at
The Law Society of England and Wales is joining forces with media and other legal sector bodies to tackle the rise of Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation (SLAPPs) which stifle freedom of the press to
Reforms designed to transition the process of creating Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs) from a largely paper-based process to a digital one are to be enacted. The Powers of Attorney Act passed its third reading
The British Wills and Probate Awards, sponsored by CTT Group, is heading for a sell-out with the ceremony just three weeks away. 450 practitioners are expected to come together at Kimpton Clocktower Hotel in Manchester
The founder of the Professional Paralegal Register (PPR) was formally recognised for the outstanding work she has done to develop the role of paralegals across the legal community at a special awards ceremony last night.
Following a Summer break the Today’s Wills and Probate podcast returns to discuss the challenge of generating new and consistent leads sources for will writing and legal business. A perennial challenge, host David Opie is
A death notification service enabling families and practitioners to notify utilities providers when a customer passes away has been launched. Deceased account management service Phillips & Cohen Associates (PCA) has partnered with E.ON Next to
Younger workers lack collaboration skills including communication, team working and critical thinking, creating barriers to collaborative working in business according to a recent poll by recruiter Robert Walters. Despite being IT literate and proficient, the
Manchester-based law firm referral and fee-share scheme Lawshare is hosting its annual Management Conference in Manchester on Thursday 5th October. The conference will again be hosted at The Lowry Hotel and sees key decision makers
A review of the lifetime mortgages market has revealed that “misleading promotions” and “poor advice” is contributing to unfair and potentially damaging outcomes for consumers. The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has laid bare its expectations
Only 46% of over 40’s have a Will according to research conducted by Remember a Charity, released in conjunction with Remember a Charity week which concludes on Sunday 17th September. The poll showed that around
Voting for the 2023 Today’s Wills and Probate Industry Champion, sponsored by Arken, closes at midnight tonight (15th September). It’s your last chance to vote for your worthy winner of this prestigious award at The
Joint research by the Legal Services Board (LSB) and Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) has identified key trends in the professional indemnity insurance market. The research found that the average PII premium is now equivalent to
A Maidenhead based solicitor has been appointed to The Law Society’s Wills and Equity Committee following her successful application. Circe Law founder Jade Gani has been admitted onto the committee which advises on law and
An influential legal charity has lambasted the current state of the UK legal system, describing how a “regression” in the rule of law “threatens the very democratic fabric of our nation.” JUSTICE, a cross party
Research into the legacy provisions of leading tech organisations has revealed that more work must be done to support users, and loved ones of those who die or become incapacitated. Ten major providers have been
Beekeeping equipment, stamp collections, a collection of trombones and bird watching equipment are just some of the more quirky items left to charities in Wills as Co-Op Legal Services reports an 18% increase in legacy
Teal Group have appointed lead Paul Davies to the team to support the expansion of their risk and compliance services. Teal Group comprises Teal Compliance, a risk and compliance business, and Teal Legal, a technology
New research has shown that more than a quarter of parents do not intend to split their assets equally between their children. A poll conducted by Will Aid identified that that only 73% of parents
The shortlist for the 2023 Today’s Wills and Probate Industry Champion, sponsored by Arken, can be exclusively announced this morning. The category is nominated for and voted for in it’s entirety by the wills and
Celebrating the Industry Today’s Wills & Probate are thrilled to be bringing you the highly anticipated British Wills & Probate Awards 2023 in October, an evening dedicated to honouring excellence and groundbreaking achievements in the