The role of executor of someone’s estate can feel rather like a privilege – the deceased obviously trusted you and thought highly of you. It can, however, also be intimidating. Where do you start and what do you do? Wills & Probate Solicitor Emily Facer discusses in her latest blog...
As family lawyers, we understand a divorce is one of the most stressful life events a person goes through. Detailed below are 8 common mistakes we see...
It’s that time of year again where Michael Bublé and Mariah Carey have awoken and children are rehearsing their non-conventional roles in the Nativity as “first lobster”! Family Lawyer, Katie Copsey discusses child contact over Christmas in her latest blog...
When buying a flat, the set up for leases can vary, some of which can include head leases, ground rent, service charges or where you will own a share of the freehold. Conveyancer, Lauren Bourne, explains what a share of freehold means....
AI appears to be rearing its head wherever you look. Timms, Jessica Barnett challenges whether human judgement and professional advice can ever be replaced.
Buying or selling a property is exciting, but the conveyancing process can be complex. What could go wrong? What can a buyer or seller do to minimise these risks?
Executors are appointed in your Will to deal with the administration of your estate when you pass away. Their main responsibilities include collecting in your assets, paying any debts and paying any tax due before distributing your estate in accordance with the terms of your Will.
The festive season is a time for joy, family, and celebration but if you’re in the middle of buying or selling a property, it can also feel like a race against the clock. At this time of year, conveyancing takes on a unique set of challenges and opportunities.
Pensions and Death in Service payments do not pass under the terms of a Will. Timms, Wills & Probate Solicitor, Charlotte Day, discusses how the decision is made on where these payments will be made.
At this time of year, we are busy preparing for the upcoming festivities and rushing around making sure we’re organised for the big day ahead. After the indulgences are over and having heard the twelfth strike of the clock on New Years Eve, our minds are drawn to the opportunities for the upcoming year and the resolutions we promise to keep.
