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Estate Planning Wills United Kingdom

Estate Planning is a process where individuals prepare or plan for the settlement of their personal affairs in the event of incapacitation or death. Estate plans typically include provisions relating to the... more +
Estate Planning is a process where individuals prepare or plan for the settlement of their personal affairs in the event of incapacitation or death. Estate plans typically include provisions relating to the disposition of assets, guardianship of minor children, and appointment of representatives to make medical and financial decisions. Effective estate planning can decrease tax liability and facilitate the probate process.  less -
IR Global

Funeral Disputes and the Rights to a Body

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It is not uncommon for a dispute to arise over a funeral and the rights to a body. Over half a million people die each year in England and Wales with 581,363 deaths registered in England and Wales in 2023....more

Mandelbaum Barrett PC

Liam Payne’s Estate: What Happens Without a Will

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Why estate planning matters—regardless of age or wealth - Many people believe estate planning is something to consider later in life, or only if they have significant assets. But the recent and tragic passing of Liam Payne,...more

McDermott Will & Schulte

Remote Witnessing of Wills: A Step in the Right Direction

The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the benefits of post-death planning, whilst also giving individuals the much-needed down-time to reflect on their wishes. This has brought about a flurry of requests for new wills to be...more

McDermott Will & Schulte

Where There’s a Will There’s a Way – Executing Wills During COVID-19

In these uncertain times, many clients are considering putting their affairs in order—just in case the worst should happen. This is an entirely natural reaction to the advancing Coronavirus (COVID-19) epidemic. But where a...more

Womble Bond Dickinson

Estate Planning: Protect and Plan for the Future

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Entrepreneurs and business owners are naturally – and rightly - focused on running and growing their businesses, particularly with Brexit looming, along with other seismic changes in the global economy. But this can mean many...more

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