ILM says Law Commission consultation overlooks problem of digital wills
Concerns have been raised over the Law Commission’s consultation on wills regarding the increasing impact of technology on will making.
Law Society says legal effect should be given to less formal wills
The Law Society has announced that legal effect should still be given to a deceased person’s last wishes even where the formalities of a valid will are absent.
Redbrick Solutions Support Will Aid
Will Aid is an annual fundraising campaign involving nine of the UK’s leading charities. With the support of solicitors who donate their skills, they encourage people to have their Will drawn up by a professional solicitor whilst at the same time supporting vital charities.
Supermen Webinar 36 – Cross Options & Multiple Trusts
Supermen Webinar 36 – Cross Options & Multiple Trusts Topics included:
Today’s Wills and Probate Feature: Campaign for Best Practice and Quality Will Writing
Whilst it might dictate what will happen to someone’s assets after death, a will is arguably the most important document that someone will create during their lifetime.
Law Commission: Making a Will Consultation
Earlier this year, the Law Commission published a consultation paper on the law surrounding Wills.
Why networking with other IPW members is beneficial
Our industry can be isolating.
Keep your clients safe with WillSuite
Will writing software and CRM provider WillSuite announce increased security measures to keep your account safe.
Legal Eye team continues to build with new appointment
Continuing to expand their team, Legal Eye are pleased to announce the appointment of their newest member.
51% of female workers feel unprepared for retirement
Under half of the female workforce feel financially ready to retire.
IHT advice provided 3 decades ago ruled as unsuitable
Advice on inheritance tax provided over three decades ago has been ruled as unsuitable.
Third of those releasing equity doing so to clear debts
Recent research has revealed that over a third of people unlocking wealth from their home are doing so to clear debts.
When Time Forgets, Good Advice Prevails
Most Certainty Will searches are undertaken to prove the last Will, confirm an estate is intestate or by a third party who believes the last Will is being suppressed to benefit the would be beneficiaries. Below is not a typical case but not unusual either. It involves a recently bereaved and grieving widow who was […]
Improvements to Funeral Payment claim process announced
The Government has announced that steps to make claiming a Funeral Payment easier will be introduced next year.
Price of legal service provider found by just 6% of consumers
A study from the Legal Services Consumer Panel has indicated that price transparency on legal services websites is alarmingly low.
Law Commission Mental Capacity and DoLS report receives interim response
A care minister has stated that reform to the law surrounding deprivation of liberty will take into account the suggested reform of the Mental Health Act.
Key Appointment Secured At Lawyer Checker
Lawyer Checker, the provider of market-leading risk management solutions is pleased to announce the appointment of new Commercial Director, Gerry McFall.
Solve Legal Marketing shortlisted for national marketing award
Solve Legal Marketing are pleased to announce that we have been shortlisted at this year’s Modern Law Awards.
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Final spaces left on Monday’s Supermen Webinar 35
CTTC Ltd’s compelling and informative webinar comprises of the following:
