In an increasingly global world, relying solely on UK bankruptcy checks is no longer enough. With a rising number of beneficiaries living abroad and bankruptcy laws differing by jurisdiction, the risks to professional executors are

On Wednesday 8th October, the Shaw Theatre in London will host one of the most anticipated events in the private client calendar: the Lifetime Lawyers National Conference 2025. This year’s theme, The Bourne Legacy, promises

When five of Ian Paterson’s former patients faced inquests without known next of kin, they risked being remembered only as names on a list. Thanks to the expertise of Case Director Matthew Boardman at Anglia

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

We are proud to announce that the BBC has released a compelling new podcast, Grave Robbers, following an in-depth investigation led by the team here at Anglia Research. Anglia Research was closely involved in bringing

When someone dies, banks and financial institutions often require a Grant of Probate or Letters of Administration before releasing funds, but not always. This is dependent on the probate threshold set by each institution. Our

At Anglia Research, safeguarding sensitive information is not just a technical requirement; it is a fundamental part of how we operate. We are therefore proud to have achieved Cyber Essentials accreditation, a government-backed certification developed

Charity of the Year Update: We’re proud to share that our most recent pre-loved items collection resulted in a further 35 bags being donated to Barnardo’s, This means that we have now donated over 200

We are delighted to share the news that our Business Development Director, Joe Lander, was named the winner of the Industry Recognition Award at the recent Legal Growth Awards, held in Lincoln on 13th March

The intestacy rules in England and Wales, established under the Administration of Estates Act 1925, dictate who inherits when someone dies without a will. Now a century old, these rules remain largely unchanged despite major

Missing Beneficiary Indemnity Insurance (MBI) protects Personal Representatives (PRs) from financial risk if a previously unknown or untraceable beneficiary comes forward after an estate has been distributed. This coverage is particularly important in intestacy cases,

The cost of dying has never been higher: SunLife’s 2025 Cost of Dying report reveals that total costs have risen again to an averaging of £9,797, representing a 1.4% increase from last year. As part

In England and Wales, hundreds of estates go unclaimed each year. When someone dies without a valid will and with no known relatives, their estate – if valued at £500 or more – is added

Our resident expert and self-confessed nosy researcher, Eileen Lavelle AGRA, has reunited eighteen living members of a WWI hero’s family. Eileen’s journey began with a BBC News article about Private Edward Price, a soldier in

Why did people have Christmas Day weddings? The reason is perhaps not as romantic as it may first seem. The team here at Anglia Research looked into this long-lost festive tradition. Our research into festive

At Anglia Research, we’re proud to put our clients at the heart of everything we do. Recognising that each client’s needs are unique, we recently took a meaningful step to deepen our understanding of dementia

Remember, remember the 5th November when Anglia Research will be hosting a sparking new webinar about the Rules of Intestacy in England and Wales, entitled Avoiding Inheritance Fireworks: Navigating the Rules of Intestacy. If you

Join us on Tuesday 5th November 2024, as Anglia Research hosts a sparking webinar on the Rules of Intestacy in England and Wales. Why Attend? Whether you’re a probate practitioner, a Court of Protection professional,

On 5th September 2024, at a glittering Gala Dinner held at the elegant Burlington Hotel in Birmingham, we were thrilled to be named Best Legal Profession Supplier at the National Paralegal Awards (NPAs). This prestigious

On September 9th, 2024, significant reforms to the death certification process in England and Wales came into effect. These changes aim to improve the accuracy of death certifications and provide greater transparency, particularly in response

When someone passes away intestate, their estate is distributed according to the rules of intestacy. These rules are a pre-defined order of who is entitled to inherit. They also cover instances of partial intestacy where

When an individual passes away, anything that they leave behind is generally referred to as their estate. This can include everything from personal belongings and assets – including digital assets – to property and money

The percentage of adults in the UK who have a will in place might be as low as 36%. That’s the headline finding from the recent IRN Legal Wills and Probate Consumer report. There were

There is still time to reserve your place for our free, 1-hour webinar about financial asset searches being held on Tuesday 4th June at 10am. Joining us as guest speaker will be Emma Baddaley, Strategic

If someone dies intestate in England and Wales, it means that they had no valid will place in place at the time of death. In such circumstances, the rules of intestacy determine the distribution of

On Tuesday 4th June at 10am, Anglia Research will be hosting a free-to-register 60 minute webinar discussing the billions of pounds of unclaimed assets in the UK. Our special guest speaker on the day will

The rules of intestacy loom over any intestate matter and are even applicable where a valid will is in place but does not deal with all of the deceased’s estate. The rules will celebrate their

Bereavement Support Payment is a lesser-known welfare benefit available to those whose husband, wife, civil partner or long-term partner with whom they have dependent children died in the last 21 months. Though not means-tested, those