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17 October 2025
House/Property

Probate and Property: Key Legal Considerations for Your Family Home

When a loved one passes away, dealing with their property can be one of the most complex aspects of estate administration. The family home often represents […]
13 October 2025
distance

Cross-Border Inheritance Disputes in Mixed-Citizenship Families

When families span multiple countries, the death of a loved one can trigger complex legal challenges that extend far beyond grief. Mixed-citizenship families often find themselves […]
10 October 2025
Tax (calculations)

Inheritance Tax Changes 2026: What Families Need to Know

Significant reforms to inheritance tax are taking effect from 6 April 2026, marking the most substantial changes to agricultural and business property reliefs in decades. These […]
6 October 2025
Probate written with wooden pieces

Probate Myths & Mistakes: Avoiding Costly Probate Errors

When dealing with the loss of a loved one, the last thing families want is additional stress from probate mistakes that could have been easily avoided. […]
2 October 2025
will

Modernising Wills for Blended and Diverse Families

The landscape of the modern British family is more diverse than ever. Blended families—where partners bring children from previous relationships and often have more children together—face […]
1 September 2025
distance

Why Careful Planning is Essential if You Have Estranged Family Members

Family relationships can be complex, and sometimes people become estranged from parents, children or other close relatives. While you may have no contact with them, under […]
29 August 2025
fraud

Safeguarding Against Trust & Probate Fraud: Latest Trends and How to Protect Estates

Probate fraud has become an increasingly pressing concern across the UK, with criminals exploiting vulnerabilities in the estate administration process to steal from grieving families. As […]
25 August 2025
dispute

Trust Disputes: What Every Beneficiary and Trustee Needs to Know

Trust disputes can be emotionally charged and financially devastating for all parties involved. Whether you are a beneficiary questioning a trustee’s decisions or a trustee facing […]
18 August 2025
will

The Hidden Risks of Dying Intestate: Why Having a Will Matters for Your Loved Ones

What happens if you die intestate—that is, without leaving a valid will? In the UK, the answer is dictated by law rather than by your personal […]