Should Marriage/Civil Partnerships Still Revoke a Will? A Look at proposed Reforms to Wills Law.
One of the most striking changes proposed in the Law Commission’s recent Final Report on Wills law is the recommendation that marriage or civil partnerships should no longer automatically revoke a Will.
SWW Conference 2025
The Society of Will Writers (SWW) Annual Conference 2025 brought together members, partners, and professionals from across the estate planning and private client sectors for two inspiring days at the Hilton East Midlands.
SWW Conference Speaker Feature – Kate French
The SWW Conference 2025 takes place on Monday and we are happy to introduce our last speaker Kate French.
One Week Until the 2025 SWW Conference – Final Call for Tickets
Today is the final day to secure tickets, this time next week we’ll be opening the doors to the 2025 SWW Conference on the 6th and 7th of October.
SWW Conference Speaker Feature – Abigail Meades
With less than 2 weeks to go before the SWW Conference 2025 kicks off, we are pleased to share that Abigail Meades will be one of our speakers.
Regulation of Legal Services (Scotland) Bill – an Update
The Regulation of Legal Services (Scotland) Act; it came into effect on 27th June 2025. What was the reason for this though?
Two Weeks Until the 2025 SWW Conference – Have You Got Your Ticket?
We’re now just two weeks away from the 2025 SWW Conference on the 6th and 7th of October. This year’s programme is packed with insightful sessions from leading voices in the profession and beyond.
Reforming Will Formalities: Should the Court Have a Dispensing Power? A Look at proposed Reforms to Wills Law.
One of the most striking proposals in the Law Commission’s 2025 report is the potential introduction of a judicial dispensing power. This would give the court authority to declare a Will valid even where it does not meet all the required formalities, provided that it is satisfied the deceased intended the document to operate as their Will.
SWW Conference Speaker Feature – Antony Brinkman
We are less than a month away from SWW Conference 2025 and we are very pleased to introduce our next speaker Antony Brinkman.
SWW Conference Speaker Feature – Caroline Bielanska
As we continue the run up to the SWW Conference 2025 on the 6th and 7th October; we are excited to introduce Caroline Bielanska.
Deeds of Variation: An Estate Planning Secret Weapon?
Learn how a Deed of Variation lets families adjust inheritances, reduce inheritance tax (IHT), and create fairer outcomes after a loved one’s death.
Understanding the Risk Factors in Inheritance Disputes
When planning an estate, one of the most critical steps is understanding the risks that may lead to disputes later on.
Goodbye Banks v Goodfellow – Hello mental Capacity Act 2005? A Look at proposed Reforms to Wills Law.
Testamentary capacity, the mental ability to make a valid Will, is one of the most fundamental concepts in Wills law.
SWW Conference Speaker Feature – Daphne Franks
One month to go until Conference! Daphne Franks is the next speaker in our line up for the SWW Conference 2025.
Chain of Representation – What happens if an executor dies before administration is complete?
This article explores what the chain of representation is, how it works, and what practical steps may need to be taken when an executor dies mid administration.
Electronic Wills: Modernising Inheritance for the Digital Age: A Look at Proposed Reforms to Wills Law.
The way we live, work and communicate has undergone a digital revolution over the last 20 years, yet, in many respects, the law of Wills remains trapped in the 19th century. The Law Commission’s final report on Wills presents a range of proposals to bring the law up to date.
SWW Conference 2025 Speaker Feature – Darren Chapman
SWW Conference 2025 is well on the way and we would like to introduce our next speaker Darren Chapman.
Drafting Considerations for Transgender Beneficiaries
Guidance for estate planners on drafting wills for transgender beneficiaries, ensuring identities are respected and disputes avoided.
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