Toni is the Media Officer for Today’s Conveyancer, Today’s Wills & Probate and Today’s Family Lawyer.
I worked for a law firm for 16 years, during my time at the firm I worked as a company commercial legal secretary for 7 years but changed careers and moved into marketing for the remaining 9 years – where I covered all aspects of marketing.
While in the marketing role, I achieved a CIM Professional Certificate in Marketing and CAM Diploma in Digital Marketing.
A law firm, Winckworth Sherwood, commissioned a YouGov study which revealed that 44% of over-50s have changed their Will several times due to the complexities of modern family relationships. Winckworth Sherwood found that people typically
We are delighted that founder of both MyHomeMove and Profile Pensions, Ian Floyed, is returning to the judging panel for the second upcoming prestigious British Wills and Probate Awards, which is brought to you by
With more and more people getting married later in life, sometimes for the second and possibly for the third time, it can have an inheritance impact on the dependants of previous marriages. Data from the
We are delighted to welcome Chief Executive of the Institute of Legacy Management (ILM), Matthew Lagden, to the judging panel for the upcoming exclusive British Wills and Probate Awards, which is brought to you by
Contentious and non-contentious private client solicitors, will writers, estate planners and specialist suppliers to the industry met this week to debate the hot topics impacting the sector at the latest Today’s Wills and Probate (TWP)
Following the continued success of our previous Today’s Wills and Probate roundtable events, our spring event kicked off today discussing sector issues, challenges, and potential opportunities. The event was held at one of the UK’s
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has launched a full in-depth market inquiry into the funerals sector following concerns over high price rises, a lack of transparency in the industry and exploitation of vulnerable consumers.
A YouGov survey has revealed that 44% of over-50s have changed their Will several times due to the complexities of modern family relationships. Law firm Winckworth Sherwood, who commissioned the study, found that people typically
The country’s most recognisable broadcast journalist, Jennie Bond, is ecstatic about returning to host the second British Wills and Probate Awards again, alongside founders, Today’s Wills and Probate and headline sponsor Arken.legal (UK) Ltd, a
An estimated £105 million of cryptocurrency belonging to investors has been lost following the death of a cryptocurrency exchange company boss. Gerald Cotten died suddenly aged 30 in December 2018 after suffering complications arising from
With the average cost of a funeral now standing at £4,271, families are struggling to find the money to arrange for their loved ones’ burial or cremation. The Competition and Markets Authority launched a market
The High Court has ruled that a probate firm must pay half of the costs of a beneficiary after the firm failed to progress the administration of his late mother’s estate. Chorus Law, based in
The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) has fined Kent pensions firm Grove Pension Solutions Ltd £40,000 for sending 1,942,010 direct marketing emails in the one-year period to 31 October 2017. The ICO is responsible for safeguarding
The Government has remained steadfast and resilient since the announcement of the new probate fees changes was made last November 2018. The probate fees were due to come into force on 1st April, however, it
We are delighted that law firm Management Consultant, Simon McCrum, is returning to the judging panel for the second upcoming prestigious British Wills and Probate Awards, which is brought to you by Today’s Wills and
Charity bodies have written to the Ministry of Justice urgently seeking an alternative proposal on the probate fees by asking for a reduced or discounted rate on fees for estates that include legacy gift. This
Following the tragic death of Caroline Aherne in 2016, her bereaved mum has endured an inheritance tax headache by having to deal with a tax bill. Recently published probate records of the estate of the
Research by LifeSearch has incited a #LetsStartTalking campaign after findings revealed nearly a quarter (24%) of Brits avoid talking to friends, family, and colleagues about death. Even though the death of a loved one can
The prestigious British Wills and Probate Awards, which is brought to you by Today’s Wills and Probate, alongside headline sponsor, Arken.legal (UK) Ltd, a leader in software solutions for the legal services industry, boasts new
In the Office for Budget Responsibility’s latest Economic and Fiscal Outlook (OBR) Report published earlier this week, The Treasury is expecting the Office of National Statistics (ONS) to categorise probate fees as a ‘tax’. However,
This month, the Institute of Legacy Management (ILM) and other key professionals from the charity sector attended the first meeting of the HM Courts and Tribunals Service (HMCTS) working group on the new system which
This June, SFE (Solicitors for the Elderly) celebrates its 20th National Conference and promises to deliver fascinating insights to specialists in older client law. The event, which is being held at the British Library Conference
We are delighted to announce that global technological innovator for the legal services industry, Arken.legal, are returning as headline sponsors of the British Wills and Probate Awards 2019 for the second year running. The prestigious
A High Court Judge issues a stark reminder after his recent decision resulted in a widow’s inheritance act claim, which contested her husband’s Will, being refused permission due to the deadline being passed. Those who
The son of a multi-millionaire car boot king is in a legal battle with his young step-mum over the family inheritance after not receiving a penny from his Dad’s £5m Will. Richard Scott died at
The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) has lost its appeal over extending legal services regulatory work after its application against the Lord Chancellor’s earlier refusal was turned down. In 2016, the
It is believed Aretha Franklin’s estate may have been ripped off to the value of $178,000 just weeks before her death last summer. Oakland County Chief Prosecutor, Paul Walton said last week that there had
Workers in the North could find themselves unemployed in the coming decades due to the influx of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and robots, while their counterparts in the South will profit from rising demand and increased
The Ministry of Justice has today launched a new digitised Grant of Probate certificate. The redesign, which currently has an English version ready only, focuses on security issues and consists of: A standard digital signature
On face value, one may question what company mergers, acquisitions, or takeovers have to do with cyber security. But for law firms charged with overseeing the safe completion of such transactions, cyber security should be
As law firms and clients wise up to fraud, the cyber criminals are having to find new avenues to use their old scamming tricks to intercept money transfers. Conveyancing scams, which are a type of
Charity representatives are pleased the Government have recognised the service’s importance and fully support HMCTS’ decision to replace the system which will alert charities to donations in Wills. Key professionals from the charity sector are