Helpful Guides
Our guides and FAQs cut through the jargon and provide simple answers to complex legal questions. If you need to talk to someone, our team are always on hand to offer advice and support.
Probate, Wills
The Role and Responsibilities of Trustees
This blog outlines the fundamental role and responsibilities of trustees, emphasising the high level of duty and care required when managing assets on behalf of beneficiaries.
Probate
Gifts Made in Contemplation of Death/Death Bed Gifts
Gifts made in contemplation of death, legally known as “donatio mortis causa” are unique transfers of assets made by individuals who believe they are facing imminent death, with the intention that the gift only takes effect upon their passing.
Probate
Insolvency of Beneficiaries
This article highlights the critical responsibilities of executors when administering an estate, particularly in relation to beneficiaries who may be insolvent or bankrupt.
Disputes & Litigation, Probate, Wills
Mistakes in Wills | Kew Law
This blog highlights the importance of having a clear, accurate, and up-to-date Will as a fundamental part of effective estate planning.
Probate
What Happens if an Estate is ‘Insolvent’?
This blog explains how an estate is handled when there are not enough assets to meet its obligations, focusing on both unpaid gifts and unpaid debts.
Probate, Wills
The Residence Nil Rate Band and How This is Applied
The Residence Nil Rate Band (RNRB) is an important Inheritance Tax relief that allows individuals to pass on an additional portion of their estate, specifically their home, to direct descendants without incurring tax, helping families preserve a greater share of the estate. .
Probate
What is Business Property Relief and How Can I Claim This?
Business Property Relief (BPR) is a valuable inheritance tax relief under the Inheritance Tax Act 1984 that can significantly reduce the taxable value of an estate by up to 100% on qualifying business assets.
Probate
Creditors and Trustee Act Notices
Our blog outlines the importance of Section 27 notices under the Trustee Act 1925 as a key risk management tool for personal representatives administering an estate.
Wills
Why You Should Not Risk Using an Unregulated Will Writer
In the UK, anyone can offer Will-writing services without formal training, oversight, or consumer protections, such as professional indemnity insurance.
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