All Private Client Solicitors articles – Page 25
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FeatureIt begins at home?
Building trust with charity legacy professionals, better Law Society leadership and tackling will-making misconceptions are all needed to encourage solicitors to discuss charitable giving with clients, according to a roundtable led by the Private Client Section. Duncan Wood reports
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OpinionPractically speaking
There is a plethora of training available for private client solicitors, but the practical detail is invariably lacking, says Fiona Heald. She explains how the Private Client Section is trying to do things differently
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NewsClear probate
The new regulations requiring law firms to publicly display their prices will be going ahead – rules that apply to probate work. The Law Society’s Michael Lonergan summarises the new requirements and where more advice can be had
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EventWebinar: Court of Protection cases – achieving a fair reward for your work (OnDemand)
This webinar on 4 September 2018 looks at how lawyers get paid for work on deputyship cases.
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NewsLaw Society publishes new briefing on SRA transparency rules
The new briefing will help you get a better understanding of what the changes were, why they were announced, and initial points to consider for risk and compliance within your practice.
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NewsSRA gives green light to freelance solicitors
Last week, the SRA announced a series of decisions on the outcome of its Handbook reforms. Marzena Lipman, policy adviser at the Law Society, gives an overview of the changes.
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NewsFirms’ websites must show prices, SRA announces
Under new proposals confirmed by the SRA, law firms will now be required to publish the prices they charge. This will cover conveyancing, probate, motoring offences, immigration advice and the cost of bringing claims before an employment tribunal.
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FeatureGDPR: I’ll try to keep it brief
You’re probably heartily sick of hearing about the GDPR, but it is undeniably relevant to trustees and personal representatives (PRs). Lesley King takes a closer look at some of the implications for private client practitioners.
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AnalysisPayne in the probate: witness signatures and unauthorised withdrawals
This month Roman Kubiak looks at an appeal where a will was upheld despite lacking witness signatures and a case where an attorney has been ordered to account for unauthorised payments from their father’s estate.
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FAQLibrary FAQ: How to find precedents for contentious probate
The Law Society Library provides guidance on contentious probate (Larke v Nugus) and where precedents and guidance can be found.
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NewsJohn Howard: an apology
In the May 2018 edition (issue 133) of PS, the Law Society published an article entitled ‘State of mind’ by Elizabeth Barclay, a solicitor at Howard Kennedy LLP.
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FeatureCross-reference
Kate Mahon rounds up the talking points from this year’s Private Client Section cross-border conference, held in March at the Law Society
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OpinionDon't bank on it
Fiona Heald wonders whether the unstoppable rise of internet and mobile banking is leading to a generation ignorant of the basics of banking, and leaving many older people behind
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FeatureA sympathetic ear
The services of private client solicitors are often called on at stressful and strained times in people’s lives, which can involve loss and pain. But what if clients come to you with thoughts of ending their own lives? Lesley Woolf and Sheree Green explain what you can do
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FeatureHandling the situation
There are increasing reports from legal professionals that GPs are either reluctant or declining to conduct mental capacity assessments. Dr Julian Sheather and Dr Peter Holden provide a GP’s perspective
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FeatureIn whom we trust
Clare van Overdijk examines new guidance from the Court of Protection on the appointment of trust corporations as property and affairs deputies
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FeatureBack to basics: Working with farming accountants
Julie Butler and Fred Butler offer advice on the farm ownership structure and providing for strong succession planning.
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FeatureTrans facts
Despite greater awareness and public understanding of gender identity, many transgender people still face discrimination. Alison Craggs and Debra Gers examine the key legal rights of transgender people – from management of wills and inheritance rights to equality in the workplace
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FeatureTake my advice
Huge changes are afoot in the financial advice industry; it is becoming more difficult to keep up with regulatory change and identify the right advice firm for your client. Stephen Kavanagh lists the issues you should consider to ensure you make the best choices