Expert Will Writers

The government has launched a consultation into the Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) system, which has been criticised for being slow and hard to use.   The current process is largely paper based, involving the Office of the Public Guardian (OPG) processing LPAs amounting to 19 million pieces of paper in 2019/20. The consultation is […]

When someone dies, you may need to contact the Probate Registry. We take a look at the office and the role it plays in estate administration.   The Probate Registry is part of HM Courts and Tribunal Service. It issues legal authority to those dealing with the winding-up of an estate after a death.   […]

Inheritance Tax can be a substantial bill, often amounting to tens of thousands of pounds or more, payable by someone’s estate after their death.   It is a complex area, but it is often possible to legitimately reduce the amount of Inheritance Tax that will be due.   How much Inheritance Tax is payable after […]