4 July 2024 Insight Unregulated will writers The creation of wills is a critical aspect of estate planning, ensuring that an individual's wishes are carefully thought through and then honoured posthumously. However, the use of unregulated will writers poses significant risks... Bookmark this page 4 min read
17 June 2024 Insight Deathbed gifts A recent case of deathbed gifts ensured via text messages worth ÂŁ1.4 million was accepted by High Court. Bookmark this page 4 min read
3 June 2024 Insight Are the numbers of will disputes rising due to wills made in lockdown? There's recently been a surge in disputes relating to wills which were made during the national pandemic and the ensuing lockdown which occurred. Bookmark this page 3 min read
7 May 2024 Insight “1 + 1 = 2” – Why this simple equation may have impact for fiduciaries An article considering the discussion of fiduciary duties, conflicts of interest and the rule against self-dealing in the case of Irwin Mitchell Trust Corporation v PW & Anor [2024] EWCOP 16. Bookmark this page 5 min read
Guide to HMRC Trust Registration requirements Regulations implementing the Fifth Anti-Money Laundering Directive came into force on 6 October 2020. In this guide, we consider the two major changes brought in by the new Regulations. Read now