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What Happens If You Die Without a Will in the UK?
Jasvir Patel | Aug 27, 2026
The Short Answer If you die without making a valid Will, you are said to have died intestate. Your estate is distributed under the statutory rules of intestacy, rather than according to assumptions about what you may have wanted. Those rules provide certainty, but...
Being an Executor: The Duties, Risks and Changes You Need to Know
Jasvir Patel | Aug 26, 2026
Being appointed as an executor is often seen as a sign of trust. However, administering someone’s estate can involve much more work and responsibility than many people expect. An executor may need to identify and value assets, deal with banks and pension providers,...
Can Remote Employees Work Abroad Without Permission? Lessons from a Recent Tribunal Decision
Angalee Pandya | Aug 18, 2026
Remote working may allow an employee to work away from the office, but does it allow them to work from any country they choose? A recent Employment Tribunal decision considered this question after a finance manager moved permanently from the UK to France despite being...
Settlement Agreements in 2026: 10 Things You Should Know Before Signing
Angalee Pandya | Jul 29, 2026
Receiving a settlement agreement can be unexpected. Whether it follows redundancy, disciplinary proceedings, performance concerns, a workplace dispute or the end of your employment, it is important to understand your legal position before deciding whether to sign. A...
What Should You Do If Your Company Receives a Statutory Demand?
Paul Mendelsohn | Jul 27, 2026
What Is a Statutory Demand? (Quick Answer) A statutory demand is a formal legal demand requiring payment of a debt. If a company fails to pay the debt or otherwise resolve the matter within 21 days, the creditor may rely upon the unpaid demand as evidence that the...
Can You Have Two Property and Financial Affairs LPAs?
Jasvir Patel | Jul 25, 2026
Can You Have Two Property and Financial Affairs LPAs? Yes. Many business owners choose to have two separate Property and Financial Affairs Lasting Powers of Attorney: One dealing with their personal financial affairs. One dealing specifically with their business...
Do I Need a Will If I Own a House in the UK? 7 Costly Mistakes Every Homeowner Should Avoid (2026 Guide)
Jasvir Patel | Jul 21, 2026, Wills, Probate & LPAs
Do I Need a Will If I Own a House in the UK? Buying a home is one of the biggest financial commitments most people will ever make. Yet many homeowners overlook one of the simplest ways to protect that investment—making a valid Will. Whether you own your home outright,...
Should Every Business Owner Have a Separate Lasting Power of Attorney for Their Business?
Jasvir Patel | Jul 16, 2026
Running a Successful Business Requires Careful Planning Most business owners insure their premises, protect against cyber threats, prepare shareholder agreements and put succession plans in place. However, one area that is frequently overlooked is what would happen if...
Understanding Probate Delays: What Executors Need to Know
Jasvir Patel | Jul 14, 2026
Recent reports have highlighted concerns about delays in some probate applications. Although many estates are administered without significant difficulty, delays can arise in certain circumstances and may affect the administration of an estate. Understanding why...