There has recently been an update to the amount that can be passed on in a statutory legacy. This is the amount an individual can receive from their spouse’s estate if their spouse dies without leaving a Will. Find out how this could affect you on our blog.
If the time comes when it feels right to apply for a declaration of presumed death for a missing person, you will need to gather a range of evidence for the application.
Being appointed as a guardian on behalf of a missing person is a big responsibility. If you’re in the process of applying for guardianship, you might want to consider what your first steps will be if you’re appointed.
All kinds of challenges can arise in the process of administering an estate. If you’re unable to locate some of the beneficiaries, it can be a significant issue.
Administering an estate can be very stressful and, sadly, it’s not uncommon for disagreements to arise. If you’ve found yourself in this situation, you might want to read our advice on what to do next.
There are many reasons why you might choose to work with a solicitor to put a Lasting Power of Attorney in place. An LPA is an effective way to protect against the possibility that a time may come when you need support making decisions for yourself.
Powers of attorney can be effective tools for business owners who want to future-proof their business. Read more about this on our blog – along with advice on whether you need to make a separate POA for your business.
Different countries can have very different rules when it comes to succession laws. If you live overseas, or if you own property or assets in another country, you may want to consider the question of which country’s laws are likely to apply to your estate.
If you’re responsible for administering the estate of someone who has died overseas, you may be unsure whether you need to apply for a Grant of Probate in the UK. In our latest blog post, we’ve set out to explain why UK probate might be needed in these situations.
Trusts can make the already-complex task of administering an estate even more complicated. If you’ve been named as an executor in a Will that includes trusts, you might find our guide on how to approach this helpful.
