Hear from Brachers LLP, winners at the British Wills and Probate Awards 2020
On Thursday 22 October 2020, professionals from across the wills and probate sector came together to celebrate the successes and achievements of the industry is what has been a challenging year, at the British Wills and Probate Awards 2020. The awards, which was back for it’s third year, took to the virtual stage and was […]
Kate’s financial worries demonstrate the need for LPA
TV personality Kate Garraway’s publicized financial worries, due to her husband currently being in a coma in hospital due to the coronavirus, is a timely reminder of the importance of Lasting Power of Attorneys (LPAs). Kate’s husband Derek was diagnosed with coronavirus back in March. Although he is now testing negative for the illness he […]
The state of the workplace and sentiment of legal sector in 2020
It goes without saying that 2020 has been a year like no other. We began the year with Brexit as the big event on the horizon that was going to have unknown impacts not only within the legal sector but more generally. Little did we know that the ‘Big B’ would be taking a big […]
Increased demand for Wills following coronavirus pandemic
The pandemic has certainly made people reflect on the fragility of life. Here at Will Aid, the charity will-writing campaign, understandably, we have seen a rise in enquiries – with people looking to book an appointment during this year’s campaign. These people, who want to prepare this vital piece of paperwork to ensure their wishes […]
Tower Street Finance launches Inheritance Tax Loan
Tower Street Finance has launched an Inheritance Tax (IHT) Loan to help the thousands of families each year whose inheritance is locked because they can’t pay the tax bill. It sits alongside its Interitance Advance product, which recently won Innovation of the Year at the British Wills and Probate Awards, and, just like that product, […]
Registered Will Bank prevents incorrect estate distribution within 48 hours
Heritage Will Writers are a well-established Will writing firm that are based in Norfolk but have won both national and regional awards for their service. As members of IPW, they recognise the importance of ensuring that their clients’ receive a high quality service and are protected through all stages of life. Heritage Will Writers have […]
Breaking news: Chancellor extends furlough scheme
Chancellor Rishi Sunak has extended the furlough scheme until March 2021. This news comes on the back of England beginning it’s four week lockdown today (Thursday 5 November). The BBC website said: “The move follows several days of wrangling over the scope and duration of the furlough scheme. It was due to end on 31 […]
Courts and tribunals remain open during second lockdown
Courts and tribunals will remain open and continue to run throughout the planned four week national lockdown, HMCTS has confirmed. Officials will continue to follow and implement public health advice to reduce risk, and keep court and tribunal users updated on what this means for them through ongoing publication of their weekly operational update. The […]
Cyber scams on firms Increase by 31% during pandemic
UK businesses have lost more than £6.2 million to cyber scams in the past 12 months with nearly a third increase in cases during the peak of the pandemic, new research shows. From May to June this year, reported cyber scam cases on businesses increased by 31%. Cyber security company Nexor examined police data which […]
Hear from Jade Gani, winner at the British Wills and Probate Awards 2020
On Thursday 22 October 2020, professionals from across the wills and probate sector came together to celebrate the successes and achievements of the industry is what has been a challenging year, at the British Wills and Probate Awards 2020. The awards, which was back for it’s third year, took to the virtual stage and was […]
What does leaving the EU mean for businesses?
As the coronavirus pandemic takes centre stage, the Brexit transition is still rumbling on behind the scenes. But with the deadline nearing, it is worth taking into account what the changes can mean to businesses and firms. The GOV.uk website has lots of helpful information that can help you to prepare for the transition and […]
Free webinar: Tracing missing beneficiaries in estate administration
You’re invited to join Title Research’s next informative webinar taking place on Wednesday 11th November at 12pm. Listen to Title Research’s Technical Manager, Simon Barber, as he outlines some of the most common risks presented to legal professionals when faced with missing beneficiaries. Simon will also explain how Title Research can take on the responsibility […]
Free Private client webinar for lawyers working with vulnerable clients
Finders International will be running two free webinars this week and next aimed at private client lawyers. The first on Thursday 4 November is for private client solicitors working with those who have mental incapacity and how they can support clients in decision making. The webinar will host a panel discussion chaired by Caroline Bielanska, […]
Why Video Witnessing has Become a Game Changer for the Wills and Probate Sector
The global pandemic has been a game changer for all kinds of industries in 2020, and the effects on the wills and probate sector have also been significant. Making a will has become less of an onerous admin task, which people know they should get to but repeatedly put off, and more of an urgent […]
Executor Solutions promises revolution for probate property sales
A new service, promising to revolutionise the probate property sales sector by retaining the full value of asset sales with the beneficiary, has launched into the UK market. Executor Solutions has developed a model for probate sales based on auction principles, where buyers pay a buyer’s premium over and above the sale price. This covers […]
Kings Court Trust’s blog post comments on new petition to mandate the registration of Wills
Recent research by The Independent has revealed a staggering amount in unclaimed assets – £15 billion to be exact. They also explain that the reason for this high value is being unable to locate a Will for the deceased. There are a few reasons why families may not be able to locate a Will: Some […]
Resilience tips to help you bounce back
At the latest Women in Wills online networking event last Thursday, practitioners from across the country came together to share their thoughts and experience on being resilient, and the steps we can all take to improve out mental health. Mental health and well-being has always been a high on the agenda. This has been amplified […]
Study reveals lack of uptake in Trusts among UK parents with disabled children
A national new study by Gardner Leader solicitors has found a heightened lack of parental awareness around the financial benefits of placing inheritance in a Trust, with at least two thirds of disabled children at risk of losing future state benefits and inheritance. The research, which looked into the wills of 1000 UK parents of […]
A remote working overhaul could save a firm tens-of-thousands of pounds
The debate continues whether remote working will become more prevalent when the UK is released from the effects of the pandemic. But one thing that is seeming almost set in stone is the regularly moving restrictions are going to remain into 2021 with mass vaccination not likely until the Spring or Summer. In a recent […]
LSB approves significant changes to how solicitors qualify
The Legal Services Board (LSB) has approved the Solicitors Regulation Authority’s (SRA) application to make significant changes to how people qualify as solicitors in England and Wales. The changes include the introduction of a new centralised assessment, the Solicitors Qualification Examination (SQE), and a requirement for a minimum of two years’ qualifying work experience (QWE). […]
