In this episode of Legal Chat, Kate Barker talks about Lasting Power of Attorneys (LPA's) and explores why it is so important to apply for an LPA before you lose mental capacity. Thanks to modern medicine and improving...
The first anniversary of the change in divorce law seems like an opportune moment to reflect on where we are now. I have written before about my misgivings in relation to the statutory changes that were implemented in...
If you have considered divorce or separation recently, then you may know that the process for doing so has changed. You no longer need to provide reasons for wishing to become divorced and you and your spouse can make an...
In this episode, Charles Tennant talks about prenuptial agreements and answers some of the most commonly asked questions, such as: Are prenuptial agreements legally binding in England and Wales? Why should...
In this episode, Fiona Taylor talks about probate and estate administration answering some of the most important questions such as: What should I do if I think my beneficiaries are going to argue about a certain...
Probate is a term which is loosely used to cover the administration of an estate, and it has a reputation for being a lengthy process. The administration includes a number of key stages, including obtaining the grant of...
Acting as an executor means that you are responsible for reporting the value of the estate and declaring any inheritance tax due, so it is important to make sure you follow correct procedures. ‘Since January 2022, new...
At present, no capital gains tax (CGT) is charged on a transfer of assets between a married couple or civil partners who live together. If, however you are separated or divorced from your spouse or civil partner, then this...