The government is considering outsourcing assisted dying services to private providers to prevent a surge in requests from affecting NHS waiting lists, as reported by The Times. While ministers are committed to offering assisted dying
A Midlands law firm has announced the appointment of two newly-qualified solicitors following the completion of their training contracts. Gemma Macintyre and Melissa Scott have begun their roles as solicitors at Wright Hassall, in Leamington.
Nexus Solicitors Limited, a Licensed Body, authorised and regulated by the SRA has agreed to pay a financial penalty in the sum of £31,217 for for failure to comply with money laundering regulations. Nexus Solicitors
His Majesty’s Courts and Tribunals Service (HMCTS) lacked a proper training system when digitising the Probate Service, leading to significant delays, Justice Minister Sarah Sackman KC has acknowledged. Sackman admitted that staff had not fully
Inheritance Tax receipts for April 2024 to January 2025 are £7.0 billion, which is £0.7 billion higher than the same period last year, HM Revenue & Customs has revealed. Ian Dyall, Head of Estate Planning
The Association of Lifetime Lawyers is warning of the risks associated with writing a will using artificial intelligence (AI), as new research reveals that 72% of UK adults aged between 30 and 34 would consider
A recent survey conducted by JMW Solicitors, which polled 1,097 UK adults, has revealed that nearly 60% of people in the UK do not currently have a will. Despite widespread recognition of its importance, a
STEP has welcomed the government’s response to probate concerns and commitment to tackle probate delays. According to the latest figures, probate waiting times have halved but 2,171 bereaved families are still waiting over a year
As Free Wills Month gears up again to highlight the importance of will-writing this March, FreeWills.co.uk is reminding the public that every day can be a Free Wills Day. FreeWills.co.uk is aiming to raise £60
Today’s Media, publisher of Today’s Wills and Probate and official media partner for the Legal Growth Awards 2025, announced this year’s shortlist. These awards now entering their third year celebrates innovation, dedication, and outstanding contributions
The Legal Services Board (LSB) has announced the appointment of Michael Mack to the Legal Services Consumer Panel (LSCP). Michael will take up his appointment from 1st April 2025 for an initial three-year term. Alan
Retirees could be at risk of emptying their pension pots a decade early, as they take large cash lump sums and withdraw too much in monthly income, according to new research from Legal & General
The anticipated Inspiration & Innovation Conference 3.0, hosted by BEST Foundation, is set to return, promising an even bigger and more impactful experience for industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and innovators. Taking place at the iconic Edgbaston
The Law Commission is set to publish its final report on will reform in April 2025, accompanied by a draft bill that aims to modernise the legal framework governing wills. This long-overdue review follows an
The Law Society of England and Wales has warned against the Solicitors Regulation Authority’s (SRA) proposal to move away from client accounts to third-party managed accounts. This forms part of the Law Society’s response to
The data published shows that the average wait times in December 2024 is just over four weeks. This compares to twelve weeks at the end of 2023 and over eight weeks at the end of
The England and Wales High Court (EWHC) has ruled that a legacy ‘fails’ if the recipient disclaims it, determining how the disclaimed share should be distributed, as reported by STEP. The case arose following the
The Law Society of England and Wales has responded to the Legal Services Board’s (LSB) consultation on guidance for the new regulatory objective of ‘promoting the prevention and detection of economic crime’ under the Economic
Independent financial advisers (IFAs) are increasingly concerned about tax changes, according to research and insight agency Opinium’s latest IFA Barometer, which tracks adviser views on the issues most affecting them and their clients. Over a
LexisNexis® Legal & Professional released a new report – Innovating the client experience: Law firms can offer much more than legal expertise – which reveals a sharp demand from lawyers for greater tech investment. The
