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Probate Fees: A new tax on death? Proposals for a significant increase in fees
The Parliamentary Under Secretary of State for Justice has laid before Parliament new legislation to implement a new, banded structure of fees for…
What happens to your digital assets on death?
Rip Off Britain this week covered an area of law which is becoming increasingly prominent. When somebody dies, what happens to their 'digital…
Financial abuse of the elderly - spot the signs
A recent case highlights the concerning issue of financial abuse of the elderly. Associate Matthew Morton explains the warning signs and what can be…
Dealing with sale proceeds of a business
A look at the personal estate planning issues which arise following a sale and the tax implications of selling your business.
The family shareholder
All business owners have families and family concerns, but not all owners bring their family members into share ownership with them. This can add…
Weightmans announces new disputed wills, trusts and estates offering with arrival of Associate
National law firm Weightmans has appointed Associate Matthew Morton to head up a new Disputed Wills Trusts and Estates team.
How to fund your family law case
Solicitor Matthew Taylor advises how to deal with financing legal proceedings following a high profile divorce case last month..
Death of a shareholder
Estate planning for business owners can often fall down the priority list of ‘things to do’ when building and securing the business consumes all of…