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FeatureBenefit of discussion
James Simpson and Lucie Glover provide a comprehensive guide to the range of welfare benefits available to older clients
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FeatureMade in China
Alberto Perez Cedillo speaks to Peter Ni-Zhong, partner at Zhong Lun in Shanghai, about the private client landscape in China
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FeatureIdentity politics
Many will be familiar with when to obtain identification and verification for new clients, but if the relationship becomes a long-standing one, how often should you be monitoring this? Kate Burt explains
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FeatureTaxing pensions
Sarah Astley revisits spousal bypass trusts. They may have fallen out of favour, but she explains they are still relevant in today’s world of pension freedoms and a useful tax planning tool
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FeatureBack to Basics: Estate planning for blended families
Charlotte Coyle and Lilly Whale look at what to consider when advising blended families
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FeatureAccess all areas
Rosie Harding and Sophie O’Connell of the CLARiTY project explain why the law – and legal information – remains inaccessible for many vulnerable people, and what we can do about it
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OpinionGoodbye, girl
Kate Mahon discusses the transformative effect the recent loss of her dog, Tess, has had on her – and how it’s made her a better private client lawyer
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FeatureInto the woods
Philip Whitcomb looks at possible inheritance tax relief in respect of woodlands
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FeatureNew excepted estates regulations
Lesley King details excepted estate regulations that come into force in the new year, and the various tax implications that they have.
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FeatureAward for success
Roman Kubiak discusses recent judgments where success fees have been awarded to a claimant under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975, and how “moral claims” to estates are evidenced.
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FAQLibrary FAQ: The Law Society Library gives details of sources of precedents for separation agreements
The Law Society Library maintains a database of enquiries called Common Queries. These include results from research to find forms, precedents, rules, regulations and guidance. These records can be accessed via the library catalogue.
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EventSDLT for commercial and residential property transactions update 2021 (OnDemand)
This webinar provides essential guidance if you advise and assist clients on the purchase of commercial or residential property in the UK and want a better understanding of the stamp duty land tax rules.
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FeatureAML – taking a risk-based approach
Katarina Pranjic considers how a risk-based approach to anti-money laundering works for fee-earners.
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FeatureThe softer side of law
Travelers Europe has partnered with LawCare to help law firms foster cultures that promote mental health and wellbeing. Sharon Glynn, senior development underwriter at Travelers Europe, share their tips on how to create mentally healthy workplaces
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FeatureSting in the tail
Peter Scott examines the financial issues facing firms in the long tail of the pandemic.
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FeatureCases update
Nigel West looks at two recent cases in the High Court challenging the SRA’s statutory right to serve production notices
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FeaturePlaying by the rules
Some legal services can now be provided to the public by unregulated providers, but what does this mean for the position of the consumer? Tracey Calvert considers the issues
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FeatureUnder review
Iain Miller outlines what the recent decision of Harcus Sinclair v Your Lawyers says and considers its practical consequences
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FeatureCause for complaint
Anjali Mouelhi provides some top tips on how good practice can prevent complaints from happening in the first place and from escalating when they do