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What Happens If Someone Dies Without a Will? - Intestacy Explained

When someone dies without a valid will, they are said to have died intestate. In these cases, the distribution of their estate is determined...

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Katy Shakeshaft Senior Associate

Maximising Spousal Tax Bands on Death in England and Wales

In England and Wales, when one spouse dies, there are significant opportunities to optimise tax efficiency by maximising the use of spousal ...

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Katy Shakeshaft Senior Associate

Making Sure Your Home Stays Home: Will Planning for Property Owners

When a property is owned as either joint tenants or tenants in common, its transfer upon the death of an owner differs significantly. Unders...

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Katy Shakeshaft Senior Associate

Why You Should Use a Solicitor to Apply for a Grant of Probate and Administer an Estate

Applying for a Grant of Probate and administering an estate can be a complex and emotionally taxing process. While it may be tempting to han...

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Katy Shakeshaft Senior Associate

New Year New Will

In England and Wales, having a will is a fundamental aspect of ensuring that your estate is managed according to your wishes after death. Wi...

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Katy Shakeshaft Senior Associate

Why Business Owners Should Have Lasting Powers of Attorney in Place

As a business owner, you are the driving force behind your company’s success. However, many entrepreneurs overlook one important area of p...

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Katy Shakeshaft Senior Associate

Estate Planning - Tax Changes Expected in the Autumn Budget

In the UK’s upcoming Autumn Budget on October 30, changes to inheritance tax (IHT) are expected as part of Labour's plan to address the fi...

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Katy Shakeshaft Senior Associate

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