IHT and how reform could affect the future of Asset Management
“We all want to see a system where it is only the very rich that pay inheritance tax, and not hard working people.” — A quote by Prime Minister, David Cameron during a debate in Parliament recently. In recent times, house prices have increased significantly and so the payment of inheritance tax (IHT) could possibly […]
The 24/7 law firm is here: alldayPA Legal helps legal firms make the most of every phone call
The UK legal sector has spent years ‘paying’ for unanswered and badly handled telephone calls with lost revenues and dissatisfied clients. Help is now at hand with the launch of an innovative bespoke legal call answering solution from alldayPA, the UK’s most trusted provider of call answering services. With alldayPA Legal, law firms have access […]
Can we lay the Death Tax to rest?!
“In this world nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes.” – Benjamin Franklin The 2015 general election is fast approaching and so the Labour Party, Conservatives, and Liberal Democrats, along with UKIP and the other parties, are battling it out to secure the nation’s votes. One of the main focuses, and […]
Laytons continues to strengthen Manchester team
The Manchester office of Laytons Solicitors has confirmed the appointment of Liz Braude as Partner in its Private Client team. Liz joins from Pannone part of Slater & Gordon where she was Partner and Head of Wills and Estate Planning. A high-profile specialist in trust law and succession planning for businesses, Liz advises on all […]
‘We were shocked at the immediate uplift in calls’ – Moneypenny Case Study – Newmans Solicitors
Based in London’s Mayfair and Horley, Surrey; Newmans Solicitors is a little bit different. With more than 40 years’ experience, the firm boasts a team comprising solely of qualified legal professionals, thereby delivering a highly personal service directly to clients. Saira Babar is the Managing Director and owner of the firm. Here she explains why […]
Enhance your will writing service
It is widely speculated amongst will writing professionals about what advice should be given when writing a will for a client. As there are many aspects to consider when planning for the future, including estate planning and financial aspects, how can you ensure your clients are being supported with the best advice? Profile Financial Solutions […]
Counting the Cost in 2014
Asset rich, cash poor – is there an easy answer to combat financial struggles of pensioners?
The rise of living costs has caused the older generation to turn to unsecured lending through credit cards, personal loans, and overdrafts — but is there hidden wealth within a testator’s estate that could omit financial burdens later in life? Recent reports have released the findings of a survey carried out by the Equity Release […]
Brook Worthy Law announce new services in supporting Will Writers
Brook Worthy Law today launched several new services to the Will Writing community including Estate Administration and Probate, paying an industry high of 30% in referral fees. Philip Pamment, Joint Managing Director said: "We felt for some time that things could be done differently. "At nearly every meeting and seminar we attended we heard our […]
VouchedFor.co.uk to name UK’s Top Rated Solicitors, Accountants and Financial Advisers in The Sunday Telegraph
VouchedFor.co.uk, the reviews website for solicitors, will be publishing a guide to the UK’s Top Rated solicitors, accountants and financial advisers in the Sunday Telegraph newspaper on the 29th March 2015. VouchedFor will be listing solicitors who meet its “Top Rated” criteria, with 10 client reviews rated more than four out of five within the […]
Trust me, I’m an Earl!
The Earl of Cardigan has reportedly had to admit defeat after undertaking a legal battle with Savernake Estate Trustees, who had been fighting for approval to sell the main property located within the estate that was the former ancestral home of the Cardigan family. An unusual case; it all began when the house was left […]
SRA warns about client account usage
The Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) have published a warning notice reminding solicitors why a client account should not be mis-used for clients or others. The notice explains why use is prohibited, what represents mis-use of the client account, and what action might be taken against those breaching the Code of Conduct. Payments into the client […]
Job of the Month – Fielding Triggs Ltd.
Throughout 2015, Today’s Wills & Probate will be featuring a Job of the Month article — allowing you to see the very best of the latest recruitment opportunities and career advancements available to you. Our first featured job comes from wills and trusts specialists, Fielding Triggs, who are looking to recruit an experienced Will Writer […]
Wills and probate team joined by renowned expert
Yorkshire-based law firm, Taylor Bracewell have announced they have started the New Year by appointing a new member to their wills and probate team. Lauren Smith is renowned throughout the local region for specialising in advanced wills and probate cases. She joins the firm’s private client department in Sheffield and has been appointed to lead […]
Will Search Wednesdays
There is a new scheme set up by Certainty Will Register that will help combat many of the will search issues faced by the industry. Every Wednesday, a panel of experienced advisers are available who will be able to answer many of the key questions from wills and probate professionals. This will help decide for […]
Two new appointments to the SRA Board
Two new appointments to the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) Board have been announced. Elaine Williams, former Deputy Group Company Secretary at HSBC, and David Willis, former joint Chief Executive of international legal firm Herbert Smith Freehills, are joining the Board as non-executive directors. SRA Chair of the Board, Enid Rowlands, said: "I am delighted to […]
Elderly debt crisis
UK equity release firm, Key Retirement, are stating that lenders must become less strict towards older borrowers. This comes response to a recent study the firm commissioned, where many consumers believe they will still have outstanding debt when they retire. Why are UK residents struggling with finances later in life, and what should wills and […]
Wills and probate goes digital
At the end of December, the Government revealed an extensive archive of around 41 million wills has now been digitised for public access. This is a great leap forward in the world of wills and probate, as both clients and professionals can now access the database, without having to visit the probate registry in person. […]
Law Society amend guidance on gifting in wills
On 24th December 2014, The Law Society published an amended version of their good practice guidance for will writing professionals, with regards to preparing a will or lifetime gift. This is only focussed on when a client is leaving a gift to the will writer, one of their family members; or a colleague within the […]
