You may remember back in 2017 the Law Commission published a consultation paper on modernising succession law. Well now LPAs are receiving the same treatment.
Here at the Society of Will Writers we recommend that you review your estate plan every 3-5 years.
As Pride month draws to a close a look at what Will Writers can do to promote equality and sensitivity in this area when drafting wills seems apt.
When writing wills for couples we often find that the terms of them are largely reciprocal. Usually, these are referred to as ‘mirror’ wills.
The Fifth Money Laundering Directive (MLD5) is now expanding the scope of trust registration requirements to bring more trusts under the TRS.
It is important that the concept of domicile, immovable property and movable property are clear to the consultant and to the testator.
A theme of Dying Matters Awareness Week, now seems a good time to think about what digital assets are in the context of estate planning.
If you have intellectual property of your own you should consider how you want to deal with and protect this after your death.
When considering claims made under ‘the 1975 Act’ the courts apply a two-stage test. Let's look at reasonable provision and life interests.
There are three ways that woodlands can escape IHT. This article will look at some points on IHT to consider when dealing with woodland.
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