All Feature articles – Page 4
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FeatureDealing with third-party delays
The Legal Ombudsman outlines its approach to third-party delays
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FeatureQ&As – how to challenge behaviour
Authors of the recently updated Risk and Compliance Questions and Answers, Rebecca Atkinson and Tracey Calvert, answer a common question relating to challenging behaviour
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FeaturePAS FAQ: Client not responding to will approval request
Our Practice Advice Service answers some commonly asked questions by private client practitioners
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FeaturePAS FAQ: Removing an obstructive executor
Our Practice Advice Service answers some commonly asked questions by private client practitioners
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FeatureHowe v Howe: An insider’s guide
Andrew Bishop looks at Howe v Howe – where he acted for the successful claimant – and its implications for Inheritance Act claims
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FeatureRenters’ rights – 10 things you need to know
The Renters’ Rights Bill will result in some wide-ranging changes to the residential renting regime in England and Wales. David Smith answers some frequently asked questions about what practitioners can expect
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FeaturePreserving law firm cultures in the age of hybrid working
The past few years have ushered in sweeping changes to the way we work – and with it, the way we approach law firm culture
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FeatureBridging the gap: A practical guide to generative AI in legal disclosure
Fiona Campbell looks at the recently published guidance on generative AI from the International Legal Technology Association
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FeatureTime to trust
Special tax treatment is given to disabled persons’ settlements. Ian Hunt explains who’s eligible, how to set them up and how they work
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FeatureFAQs: Navigating the risks of cloud computing
Our Practice Advice Service answers some commonly asked questions by Compliance Officers for Legal Practice (COLPs)
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FeaturePrenups without borders
Alberto Perez Cedillo considers the legal strategies for international couples seeking a prenup
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FeatureKeeping it in the family
Shared agreements outlining how a family lives and works together are becoming more popular. Russ Haworth explains their importance and process of creation.
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FeatureBack to Basics: Attendance notes
Sarah Cairns, Andrew Bishop and Cian Jones look at and offer best practice on attendance notes
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FeaturePhilanthropy – good for the soul?
Darren Beach talks to Steven Appleton about the importance of talking to your clients about philanthropy, shared values and succession planning
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FeatureTo gift or not to gift?
How generous can you be with someone else’s money? David Taylor explains the rules for gifting by deputies and attorneys
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FeatureDom’d if you do…
Kugan Panchalingam and Sarah Stenton explain the new tax rules for non-domiciled individuals living in the UK
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FeatureValues and vision
Attracting top talent for private client work can be difficult. Sally Summerscale offers what Rothley Law are doing to help buck the trend
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FeaturePondering pensions
Last year’s autumn budget announced potential major changes to the pension landscape. Sarah Astley discusses strategies and future options for private clients
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FeatureWhere there’s a will
How do you persuade potential clients to ditch the DIY will kit and invest in your will writing services? Rachel Hyndman shares some ideas
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FeatureLibrary FAQ: Uncooperative beneficiaries
The Law Society library look at what to do when a beneficiary is being uncooperative