The autumn 2025 edition of Entitlement, Title Research’s news digest for legal professionals, is now available to download for free.
Entitlement is a digital magazine produced by genealogical research and asset repatriation specialists, Title Research. It features informative and insightful articles written by experts in the legal industry.
The autumn 2025 edition features:
- The power of personality in law: Why introversion is a legal superpower by Scott Walker, Trainer and Speaker, and Consultant Solicitor at Richard Nelson LLP. Scott challenges the long-held stereotype that only bold, outspoken personalities thrive in the legal profession. Drawing from personal experience and deep insight, he highlights how traits like introversion, sensitivity, and quiet reflection are not weaknesses, but powerful assets. This article serves as a timely reminder that there is no single mould for success in law. He champions the belief that by embracing diverse personality types, we can build stronger teams, deepen client relationships, and create a more inclusive, human-centred profession.
- The removal of the Bona Vacantia list: Inheritance fraud exposed by Title Research, which shines a spotlight on a disturbing vulnerability in our legal system, one that criminals have been exploiting to misappropriate estates from rightful heirs. We examine how gangs have manipulated the transparency of unclaimed estates to establish fraudulent claims and argue for stronger safeguards that balance public accountability with the protection of beneficiaries. Find out why removing the Bona Vacantia list from public view matters not only for probate and genealogy professionals, but for the integrity of the legal system itself.
- Cross-border estate headaches: Managing US assets in UK estates by Anthony Allsopp, Head of Business at Title Research. Anthony sheds insight on some of the most frustrating delays and complexities that should be expected when administering cross-border estates. He unpacks the procedural, legal, and practical hurdles posed by IRS requirements, highlighting how even routine estates can face multi-year delays. For legal professionals, this article acts as a timely reminder that early planning, expectation management, and specialist support are crucial when navigating the transatlantic probate minefield.
- Title Research team Q&A with Ben Osborne, Business Development Manager at Title Research. In an increasingly complex legal landscape, the need for specialised support in probate genealogy and international asset administration has never been greater. As estates grow in intricacy and global reach, legal professionals are turning to trusted partners who can deliver expert solutions with precision and reliability. Ben offers a candid and insightful look into his role at the forefront of this evolving field. With a strong background in professional services and a clear passion for building meaningful client relationships, Ben shares how he bridges the gap between legal professionals and the specialist services that help them navigate complex estate matters with confidence. His reflections reveal not only the value Title Research brings to law firms across the UK, but also the personal commitment that drives meaningful client outcomes.
Click here to download the autumn 2025 edition of Entitlement.
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