Harry Potter's inheritance
Harry Potter’s Inheritance
Legacy Failure
Have you ever wondered why legacies in a Will may fail? Here are eight of the main reasons for legacy failure - and how to avoid them. 1. Beneficiary witnessed the Will A beneficiary or their spouse/civil partner witnessing the Will is a big testamentary no-no, and will mean that the legacy in that person's... Continue Reading →
New Year’s Resolution – Make a Will
Happy New Year, everybody! Are you looking for an achievable, worthwhile New Year's resolution that's easier than sticking to healthy eating and cheaper than an annual gym membership? Make it your New Year's resolution to make a Will. It is one of the most important things you will ever do for your family. If you've... Continue Reading →
£800M Inheritance Tax Windfall from Covid
Matthew Lynn in the Telegraph reports that the government has released figures this week indicating that it will receive an inheritance tax windfall of an additional £800M this year as a result of the pandemic. This comes at a time when many taxes such as corporation tax, fuel duty and air passenger duty are in... Continue Reading →
Certified Copy Lasting Power of Attorney
How to certify a copy of a Lasting Power of Attorney
Islamic Wills
Islamic Wills are a fascinating and specialist area of the law. From time to time, I meet Muslim couples who are struggling to agree on how best to structure their Wills. Sometimes, one spouse is keen to follow the traditional principles of Islamic Wills, with 1/3 of their estate ultimately passing to their daughter(s) and... Continue Reading →
Business Will
Have you thought about how you will leave your business in your Will? There are a number of issues which business owners need to consider when thinking about succession planning. (1) Who will inherit your business? Who would you want to receive your business, if you died? You may be fortunate enough to have one... Continue Reading →
Power of Attorney Dispute
Power of Attorney Disputes
