Wills and Probate

During the lifetime of the Will maker (‘the Testator’), an Executor cannot change the Will. This is because the Testator has agency and therefore changes to their Will can only be done upon their instructions, if they have sufficient...

The loss of a loved one can be a significantly distressing time emotionally. Alongside arranging the funeral, the Testator’s Estate (the person that has died) will need to be dealt with which can entail many practical and legal considerations...

Choosing Your Executors Careful consideration should be taken when deciding who to appoint as your Executor(s). They will be the representatives of your Estate and carry out the wishes you have specified in your Will. It is, therefore, an important...

Our solicitors Carly Dartnell and Andrew Hurrell are proud Accredited Lifetime Lawyers. They’re some of the most qualified specialists in the country in helping you make decisions and plans for the future. Here’s some of the reasons why you...

30 years of supporting those most in need Our clients often come to us at significant moments in their lives: making a will, planning for later life, putting in place a Lasting Power of Attorney, supporting a loved one...

A tenancy at will is a short-term arrangement that allows a tenant to occupy commercial premises with the landlord’s consent. It can be ended at any time by either party, making it a flexible option during periods of transition....

When someone makes a will, they choose the people who will receive their money, property or possessions after their death. These people are known as beneficiaries. Understanding what it means to be a beneficiary of a will can help...

A life interest trust enables you to preserve the value of your estate for future generations. These trusts are usually included in wills for the preservation of properties. Benefits for Blended Families Blended families often benefit from a life...

Uk Inheritance Tax Changes Loom British farmers are facing major changes to inheritance tax (IHT) rules that could threaten the future of family-owned farms and agricultural businesses. With the UK Government set to scale back long-standing agricultural tax reliefs...

Only a quarter of pet owners have considered what will happen to their animals after their death: Taylor Haldane Barlex LLP warns that millions of pets are at risk Millions of Pets at Risk Due to Lack of Will...