Wills and Probate

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The Trust Registration Service (TRS) & it’s deadline 1 September 2022.

Posted: 29 August

What is the UK Trust Registration Service? The UK Trust Registration Service (‘TRS’) is a register of the beneficial ownership of trusts. The service, first introduced in 2017, is aimed at tackling money laundering, serious crime and terrorist financing....

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Inheritance tax – The Importance of Lifetime Planning

Posted: 14 July

HMRC Recent Figures…. It was recently revealed by the HM Revenue & Customs that Inheritance Tax receipts during April 2022 totalled an eye-watering £0.5 billion. This is £10 million higher than during the same period in 2021. This soar...

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THB Solicitors Recognised by Willaid

Posted: 18 June

Each year THB Solicitors helps to raise money for Willaid by writing wills for free in exchange for a charitable donation to Willaid. THB Solicitors have been participating in Willaid since 2012 and since that time we have managed...

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Update your Will

Posted: 18 June

Update Your Will Week 2024, is held from 4th to 10th March. It’s a timely reminder to review your current Will and check it still reflects your wishes. This will give you peace of mind that your loved ones...

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Last Power of Attorney Promotion – 50% Off

Posted: 28 September

“Autumn Promotion”   THB Solicitors will be offering a 50% discount on all new Lasting Power of Attorney instructions received during the month of October.   Contact our Chelmsford office or our Shoebury office for more information.   Chelmsford...

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Supporting Key Workers and the Community

Posted: 20 April

THB Solicitors are proud to support our key workers and the community through this difficult time.   We are currently offering all key workers a 20% discount off of the cost of our Will, Lasting Power of Attorney and...

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Ongoing Coronavirus Update – 31st March 2020

Posted: 31 March

Taylor Haldane Barlex are complying with social distancing rules and at present we are unable to facilitate visits to our offices. All Fee Earners in all Departments can offer one-to-one and group Meetings either face-to-face (circumstances permitting), via Video...

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Coronavirus Update – 23rd March 2020

Posted: 23 March

In light of the current Government and Health advice, with effect from the 23rd March 2020 THB staff will be working from home. All current and future appointments will be dealt with remotely. Our offices can still be contacted...

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Coronavirus

Posted: 17 March

As the COVID -19 virus continues to occupy the news, we are exploring ways in which we can continue to work effectively with our clients over the forthcoming weeks and months. We are taking pre-emptive steps to minimise the...

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Briony Clarke Appointed as a Judge

Posted: 11 March

Briony Clarke has been appointed as a District Judge (Magistrates’) Court as of the 23rd March 2020.  See link below: https://www.judiciary.uk/announcements/district-judge-magistrates-courts-appointment-briony-clarke/ Briony’s new appointment means that she will be leaving the firm after 18 years. All at THB will...

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Sentencing Guideline for Strangulation and Suffocation Offences

New Sentencing Council Guideline  The Sentencing Council has published the new guideline for sentencing...

- 09 January 2025

New Year legal health check

THB Solicitors urges families to start the New Year with a legal health check...

- 20 December 2024

Health and Safety Compliance: A Business Guide

Health and safety compliance is more than a legal obligation—it’s a cornerstone of responsible...

- 13 December 2024