All Private Client Solicitors articles – Page 4
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FeatureIn the fast lane
Victoria Newey looks at what needs to be considered when making urgent or expedited applications to the Court of Protection
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FeatureKeeping it in the family
Family structures are evolving, and the law must evolve with them. Alberto Perez Cedillo explores the cross-border implications
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NewsTemporary changes to the probate service
From 14 February 2024, HMCTS will be temporarily changing the opening hours for the probate enquiry phoneline
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FAQLibrary FAQ: where can I find precedents for age 18-25 or section 71D trusts?
The Law Society library explains where to find precedents and commentary for age 18-25 or section 71D trusts
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FeatureValue for money
Fiona Heald reviews a new Law Society title on charges for care under the Care Act 2014
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FeatureAutomatic revocation
The only way to prevent abuse from predatory marriage is to revoke section 18 of the Wills Act 1837, argue Andrew Bishop and Dr Juliet Brook
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FeatureChain of command
Leigh Sagar explains what you need to consider when dealing with a client’s digital assets
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FeatureSafety first
How does the Building Safety Act impact on wills and probate? Lisa de Silva and Sarah Crane investigate
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FeatureBack to Basics: Online Court of Protection applications
Emma Tante explains how to use the Court of Protection’s online system
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FeaturePractice makes perfect
Stephen Lawson considers the Law Society’s practice notes and their benefit for private client practitioners
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FeatureBetween two poles
Alberto Perez Cedillo looks at what you need to consider when dealing with cross-border succession and estate planning
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FeatureLasting legacies
Roman Kubiak and Emily Welch look at options to help save charitable legacies from failure
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FeaturePower trip
Fiona Heald and Sophie O’Connell look at what will change when the Powers of Attorney Act 2023 comes into force
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FeatureMeddle class
Donna Withers looks at the recent update to Jersey’s probate laws, and how this will affect Jersey’s concept of intermeddling
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NewsThe Law Commission announces new consultation into digital wills and marriage law
The Law Commission last sought views about these topics in 2017.
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FeatureLanguage barriers
Léa Maynard looks at the three different kinds of French will, and the practical language considerations at play in each
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NewsZenplans - Private Client Section supporter
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OpinionPrivate function
In her final PS comment, Sarah Murphy reflects on her time as chair of the Private Client Section committee