All Private Client Solicitors articles
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FeatureRea v Rea and undue influence claims
Rajinder Rai examines the judgment in Rea v Rea, and the implications for claims of undue influence
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VideosMember talk: Contentious probate
Catch up with significant contested probate cases from the past 12 months and uncover the dos and don’ts of contentious probate. This series of bitesize videos, exclusive to Private Client Solicitors Section members are delivered by experts to support you in giving the best possible legal advice to your client
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FeatureHow an investigator can support with contentious probate
Tony Imossi, of Law Society partner ABI, explains the benefit of using a professional investigator when dealing with a contentious will or trust
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OpinionReflecting on taxing challenges
New chair and vice-chair of the Private Client Solicitors Section Committee (PCSSC), Elizabeth Gibbison and Sarah Robinson reflect on 2023 and offer some predictions for 2024
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FeatureUnder the influence
Louise Dodds looks at undue influence and fraudulent calumny in respect of wills, and what you can do as a practitioner
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FeatureTricks of the trade
Kim Tasso looks at a three-tier, full firm approach to marketing private client services
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FeatureMastering LPAs and SIPPs
Alistair Ellen, director of FP Wealth Management, shares how attorneys and self-invested personal plans (SIPPs) interact and what to be mindful of if a donor and SIPP owner loses capacity
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FeatureBack to Basics: Heritage assets
Sarah Murphy examines the inheritance tax implications of historic estates and national treasures
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FeatureReputation on the line
Natalie Wright, from Law Society partner Mazars, looks at the importance of due diligence and considerations of your reputation when referring to financial advisers
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FeatureRetaining revocation
The pitfalls of abolishing section 18 of the Wills Act 1837 should not be underestimated, argues Byron Jones
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FeaturePulling the strings
As careers progress, many lawyers are put in management roles without necessarily having the tools to succeed. Susan Glenholme offers an introductory guide for those managing staff
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FeaturePutting clients first
Asset protection trusts have been in the news recently and not always for good reason. Tom Morrish comments
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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