Legal Insights: Estate Law Updates

The UK is currently engaged in a significant debate regarding assisted dying law reform. This discussion is set to intensify as the House of Lords prepares to debate changing the law on assisted dying. Specifically, a private members’ bill proposed by Lord Falconer will be introduced next Friday. If passed, this bill would grant people […]

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Creating a Will is a crucial step in planning for the future and ensuring your wishes are respected after you’re gone. But what happens to this vital document if the law firm that drafted and stores it closes its doors? Let’s explore this important topic and provide you with the information you need to protect

Starting July 29, 2022, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) will take charge of regulating the prepaid funeral planning sector. This crucial change aims to boost consumer protection and industry standards. Let’s delve into what this shift means for you and the funeral planning industry. Why the Change? Currently, the Funeral Planning Authority (FPA) voluntarily oversees

When a loved one passes away, the last thing you want to worry about is whether you’ve been fairly provided for in their Will. However, sometimes the distribution of an estate doesn’t meet everyone’s needs or expectations. This is where the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975, commonly known as the Inheritance Act