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I only need a simple Will, so why is it costing me so much? Part 1

Helen Cohen
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When it comes to estate planning, many people assume that creating a Will should be a straightforward and inexpensive process. After all, a Will is just a document that states who should inherit your belongings after you pass away, right? So why does it...

Understanding Mirror Wills: What They Are and Potential Drawbacks

Hannah Kelsing
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When planning your estate, especially if you have a spouse or partner, you may come across the suggestion of creating mirror Wills. While mirror Wills are a common choice for couples, it's important to understand what they entail, and the potential...

The Importance of Legal Advice when dealing with Probate - Part 3

Amy Nelson
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The legal process of administering an estate after someone passes away can be complex and challenging to navigate, particularly for individuals attempting to handle it without professional assistance. In this collection of legal blogs, we present a series...

I only need a simple Will, so why is it costing me so much?

Amy Nelson
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When it comes to estate planning, many people assume that creating a Will should be a straightforward and inexpensive process. After all, a Will is just a document that states who should inherit your belongings after you pass away, right? So why does it...

The Importance of Legal Advice when dealing with Probate - Part 2

Amy Nelson
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The legal process of administering an estate after someone passes away can be complex and challenging to navigate, particularly for individuals attempting to handle it without professional assistance. In this collection of legal blogs, we present a series...

The Importance of Legal Advice when dealing with Probate - Part 1

Amy Nelson
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The legal process of administering an estate after someone passes away can be complex and challenging to navigate – particularly for individuals attempting to handle it without professional assistance. In this collection of legal blogs, we present a...

What is an executor allowed to do?

Helen Cohen
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After a death, the person appointed as the executor to the estate has a range of powers. We take a look at what tasks they are entitled to carry out and what they are not permitted to do.

6 key jobs when dealing with probate and an estate

Amy Nelson
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If you are dealing with the administration of the estate of someone who has died, you will have a long list of tasks to carry out. We take a look at some of the key jobs involved in dealing with probate and estate administration. 

Can I help give a family member's instructions for a Will / Lasting Powers of Attorney?

Amy Nelson
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Many of the enquiries that lawyers receive often come from relatives on behalf of their elderly or vulnerable family members. Writing a Will or creating Lasting Powers of Attorney can sometimes be a daunting task, so many families wish to come along to offer support during the appointment. However, there comes a point when the family member may be asked to step out of the meeting room so that the lawyer can speak with the person making the document alone. This is in their best interests as well as the family member’s and is nothing to be worried about.

Should I use a solicitor for probate?

Helen Cohen
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Dealing with the estate of someone who has passed away can be complex and time-consuming. There are many reasons why you might want to use a solicitor or other legal professional for probate and the estate administration process. Personal Representative(s)...

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