Not everyone can challenge a Will—you need to have a legal interest, such as being named in an earlier Will or entitled under the rules of intestacy. Common reasons for disputing a Will include: Lack ...

Anthony Reed, Associate, Contentious Probate at Ware & Kay writes on 'Challenging a Will: What you need to know' ...

New probate rules for UK households are kicking in after a November rule change. The price of obtaining copies of probate ...

Bereaved families across the UK are facing a sharp rise in the cost of essential probate paperwork after fees were increased more than tenfold. The price of obtaining copies of probate documents has ...

What is the difference between a will and a trust, and how can families decide which option better suits their estate ...

Brits have been advised to know about certain tax rules ahead of Christmas if they plan to give money as a gift this year.

An estate plan is a process that goes beyond accumulating and conserving assets. Here are the basics you need to know.

HM Courts and Tribunals Service (HMCTS) is reforming how professional users can apply for probate. Changes have included probate fees, and rolling out an online service for applications.

A The IHT rules are the same across the UK. Although there are differences in succession law (which a solicitor would be best placed to give guidance on), the same tax regime applies. Q How long does ...

Thousands of people don’t realise their families could face an inheritance tax charge over the life insurance policies they’ve taken out ...

Simonne Llewellyn, chief executive of Finders International, explains how - with proper oversight and collaboration between ...

Pontypool-based wills and probate specialist solicitors' firm Curtis Legal has appointed a head of probate. Rhian Rees has joined the firm from Redkite Solicitors in Swansea, where she was a partner ...