Losing a loved one is a very emotional event.  If they have named you as a beneficiary in their Will, in addition to dealing with your grief, you may have questions about what happens next. The uncertainty can be nerve-wracking, especially if your loved one supported you financially or your home is part of the […]

Probate refers to the legal process of administering the affairs of someone who has died. The Executor is the person responsible for completing the probate process.  It has onerous responsibilities because of the duties involved. Which brings us to our topic – why should you use a solicitor to help with the probate process? Even […]

When you consider your long-term plan for yourself, you should think about who will make decisions for you if you become mentally or physically incapacitated.  You require two types of Lasting Power Of Attorney, one that covers property and financial affairs and the other that covers health and welfare.  When setting up a Lasting Power […]

There’s no arguing that the loss of a loved one is an immensely difficult thing for anyone to experience – suddenly the family is left with the vital task of managing the affairs of the deceased, processing their grief, and continuing with their everyday lives. In light of all this, we feel that everyone can […]

There can be no denying the important role that pets play in the average household in the United Kingdom – indeed since the start of the pandemic, the percentage of pet owners in the UK increased from 45% to 59%. Whether they are regarded as simple animals, beloved companions, or even a fully fledged member […]

Death isn’t something most people want to think about or have to plan for, but having a Will is an important preparation to protect finances and provide for loved ones after death. Even if most people think they are too young to write a Will, or that they have no assets to leave behind, there […]

It is a difficult time when a loved one passes and figuring out the process afterwards when it comes to what to do about their Will, estate, assets, debts, or inheritance tax if it is payable can add to the stress.  A grant of probate is a document that proves you are the appointed Executor […]

Life is full of transitions and getting married is exciting, whether the first or second time. Often when we get married, we name our spouse as the beneficiary in our Will. When we get a divorce, the Will remains valid; however, it changes/revokes our ex-partner appointment and their rights to any inheritance. Drawing up a […]

If something happened to you tomorrow, could your family and loved ones rest easy knowing your affairs are being taken care of? While it may not be a pleasant subject to face, the fact is that we should all be prepared for the eventuality that an accident could happen and potentially leave us incapable of […]