Pensions and Inheritance Tax from April 2027: a plain-English guide for blended and unmarried families

by The Legal Practice | Apr 24, 2026 | Probate, Wills

By Jasvir Patel, Wills and Probate Consultant Solicitor, The Legal Practice Solicitors Jasvir leads our wills and probate work and advises families on estate planning, wills, trusts and probate. She can be reached on 0208 903 7017 or at jpatel@thelegalpractice.co.uk....

Probate Disputes Are Rising in England and Wales: What It Means for You

by The Legal Practice | Apr 8, 2026 | Probate

Inheritance disputes appear to be becoming more common across England and Wales. Reported data indicates a notable rise in probate caveats — a legal mechanism used to prevent a grant of probate from being issued while concerns are investigated. Behind this trend are...

Six Reasons to Write Your Will

by The Legal Practice | Feb 23, 2026 | Lasting Power of Attorney, Probate, Wills

Why Your Will Matters Let’s be honest – thinking about what happens after you’re gone isn’t exactly cocktail party chat. But here’s the truth: making a will is one of the smartest moves you can make for your loved ones. Despite its importance,...

Forged Wills and Inheritance Disputes: What This Recent High Court Case Means for Families

by The Legal Practice | Feb 19, 2026 | Litigation, Probate, Wills

A recent High Court decision has highlighted the serious consequences of forged wills and false claims over estates. The case involved a woman who died in 2023, leaving a valid will placing her estate into trust for her teenage daughter. After her death, her former...

Leaving a Legacy: Why Charitable Gifts in Your Will Matter More Than You Think

by The Legal Practice | Nov 25, 2025 | Employment law, Lasting Power of Attorney, Probate, Wills

Recent data shows that charitable legacy giving is becoming a significant part of estate planning in the UK. According to the Remember A Charity 2025 public report: Nearly one in three (31%) people who have written a Will have included a charitable gift. Legacy...

The Crucial Distinction Between Attorneys Under a Lasting Power of Attorney and Executors

by The Legal Practice | Mar 2, 2025 | Lasting Power of Attorney, Probate, Wills

Understanding the roles of attorneys and executors is vital for effective estate planning. Many people mistakenly believe that an attorney appointed under a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) automatically becomes the executor of their estate upon their death. This...