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- June 9 2020
As you make plans for your business, you identify and manage risks. As part of this you should plan for the risk of disruption to the business by the…
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- June 8 2020
Most people have heard of trusts, but don’t necessarily understand what they do. Trusts are legal vehicles that are frequently used in estate…
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- June 5 2020
During our Dementia Awareness Week, we blogged about the importance of wills. We also want to stress the importance of powers of attorney, which…
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- June 4 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the issue of life-sustaining treatment and choice, with many seriously ill patients requiring ventilators to…
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- June 3 2020
As part of dementia awareness week, I want to explain the value that a Statement of Wishes and Feelings can offer when supporting a person no longer…
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- June 3 2020
As we raise awareness of dementia this week, we continue to stress the importance for everyone to have a will in place, regardless of your age or…
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- May 26 2020
Living in different countries over the course of your life sounds exciting - but it can create issues with your will and estate when you die and…
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- May 22 2020
The Scottish Government published its response to a 2019 consultation on reforming intestacy rules this week. You can find the response here, and a…
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- May 12 2020
Dealing with the death of a loved one is always an extremely emotional and stressful time, but this is particularly so during the current COVID-19…
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- April 29 2020
Inheritance tax reliefs are available to executors when they sell certain assets at a loss within particular timescales. However, with COVID-19…