How to Choose an Executor for Your Will
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Mar 31, 20233 min read
Wills & Probate | Why A Will Must Be Drafted by a Fully Qualified Solicitor
It doesn’t matter how much or little you have. Make sure your Will is prepared by a fully qualified Solicitor.
Jan 31, 20234 min read
Wills & Probate | What happens to your estate if you do not leave a Will?
Without a Will, there is a risk that your estate will not go to those you want to receive it. This means that disputes could arise between..
Jan 4, 20232 min read
Wills & Probate | How To protect Your Digital Memories
Often, while preparing Wills on behalf of our clients, we have noticed how many ONLY think about their physical assets and cash assets...
Oct 6, 20221 min read
Penn Group Of Companies: Holistic Solutions To Your Legal, Financial And Accountancy Needs
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Oct 18, 20212 min read
Wills & Probate | NEWS | Penn Chambers | Emma Aslett
Emma Aslett was promoted to Head of Wills & Probate Department
Aug 2, 20211 min read
Wills & Probate | Distributing An Estate – What If There Isn’t Enough?
If a deceased person’s liabilities exceed their assets, this is called an insolvent estate.
Jul 26, 20212 min read
Wills & Probate | Property Increase vs Inheritance Tax Liability
Alongside the Chancellor’s spending review in November 2020, the Office for Budget Responsibility predicted that the number of estates...
Jul 22, 20211 min read
Wills & Probate | Increase Of Wills During Covid-19
IRN Research has revealed that only 4% of those surveyed cited the recent pandemic as the reason for them making a Will.
Mar 18, 20213 min read
Wills & Probate | 7 Good Reasons To Make A Will
Making a Will is not normally high on a list of most people’s priorities, nor is it a particularly engaging activity, but there are...
Mar 10, 20213 min read
Wills & Probate | Disinheriting Your Children Part 2
In my last article entitled “Disinheriting Your Children” I talked about the abiding feature of English law that you a free to leave...
Mar 10, 20213 min read
Wills & Probate | Disinheriting Your Children
An abiding feature of English law is that you a free to leave your estate to whomever you please.
Jan 8, 20211 min read
Wills & Probate | Paper Probate Applications Extended
It was announced that paper probate applications would no longer be accepted after the deadline however it has now been announced that...
Jan 3, 20211 min read
Wills & Probate | Charity Legacies On The Rise
According to HMRC data, wealthy individuals gifting over £1 million to charities has risen. HMRC have stated that there has in fact been...
Dec 29, 20202 min read
Wills & Probate | Preparing Your Will
Talking to a Solicitor before finalizing your Will is very important, especially considering tax issues or tax changes that can ensure...
Dec 23, 20202 min read
Wills & Probate | Does Your Will Protect Your Wishes?
A Will does not say what that person expects it to say, disappointed beneficiaries or disappointed potential beneficiaries may go to the...
Dec 1, 20203 min read
Wills & Probate | When Should You Make an LPA (Lasting Power of Attorney)?
What is an LPA and why do you need it?
Nov 13, 20201 min read
Wills & Probate | What Is Deputyship?
Wills & Probate | Deputyship provides protection for them and gives you the legal authority to make important decisions regarding their welf
Oct 16, 20202 min read
Family Law | I Am Married – Should I Have A Will?
Emma Aslett | Penn Chambers | A Will is a legal document that sets forth your wishes regarding the distribution of your assets and...
Sep 15, 20203 min read
Wills & Probate | Digital Assets On Death
Wills & Probate | Penn Chambers | In today’s ever-expanding digital world, you would probably have to think long and hard to name someone...
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