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The Growing Importance of Health and Welfare Lasting Power of Attorney’s At Any Age
The recent decision of In University Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust v ST and others [2023] EWCOP 40
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The statutory legacy on intestacy has increased – What does this actually mean?
New legislation recently brought into force by the government has increased that statutory legacy to £322,000 (previously £270,000) and has also amended the provisions applying as to how a person’s estate is distributed, where they die without a Will.
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What makes a trust a valid trust?
A trust is used by many individuals to control how their assets are managed either during their lifetime or after their death, depending on what type of trust is created.
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The Who, What, When, Why and How…of EMI Schemes
Enterprise Management Incentive Schemes (“EMIs”) are employee share options that enjoy favourable tax treatment. They are specifically targeted at small, higher-risk trading companies.
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What is Clare’s Law?
Clare’s Law gives you the right to ask about your husband, boyfriend or partner’s background….
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A Guide to Business Contracts
What is the purpose of a business contract? A business contract is a legally enforceable…
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No Time Like the ‘Present’ – Children Arrangements during Christmas
Every year, we see parents take advice too late regarding any issues or disputes about Christmas arrangements. These conversations can be difficult at the best of times and are only exacerbated by time pressures. It is better to start having the conversations as soon as possible to leave you sufficient time to take legal advice, if required.
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Do I Need A Solicitor For A Lasting Power Of Attorney Or Can I Do It Myself?
How important are LPAs? Do you need to go to a solicitor to draft them…
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Tis The Season…….Of Trust Tax Returns!
As we go hurtling into October, as well as Halloween season, there’s also another event…
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The outlook for office markets: How will energy performance impact office stocks
The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) has published an article, the outlook for office markets: How will energy performance impact office stocks? reflecting on the future of demand for office assets with reference to the increased legislative requirements regarding Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES).
