Our Express Wills Service provides a convenient and efficient solution to secure your family’s future and give you peace of mind during your well-deserved break. The Importance of Having a Will and LPA Before embarking on your getaway, it’s crucial to have both a Will and Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) in place. A Will […]
It is the unfortunate reality that not all families are harmonious and it is often the case that when children become estranged from their parents they will be written out of their Will. While there is no obligation for a parent to make provision for their child in their Will, recent judgements have shown that […]
Losing a loved one is tough, and it can be even more stressful if the will doesn’t reflect your expectations. If you believe the will is invalid or unfair, you might consider contesting it. But in England and Wales, time limits can apply, so it’s important to act quickly. Challenging the Will’s Legitimacy: Unlike some […]
As the summer holidays quickly approach, it’s essential to ensure that your family and assets are protected while you’re away. Our Express Wills Service provides a convenient and efficient solution to secure your family’s future and give you peace of mind during your well-deserved break. The Importance of Having a Will and LPA Before embarking […]
At Hedges Law, we understand the importance of family. Part of that commitment extends to helping you protect the financial security of future generations. Building wealth takes time and often sacrifice. Ensuring it’s passed on effectively requires planning. Here, we explore some key considerations for couples and families in England seeking to safeguard their generational […]
An attorney must make decisions based on the best interests of the person they are representing. If you feel that the decisions being made for a loved one are not in their best interest, then there are steps you can take.
Although most people choose a family member to be the executor of their estate, it is not always your best option. Whether you want to prevent your family from falling out when one person is selected over another, or you want to remove the burden of endless paperwork and understanding the legal requirements involved, there are many reasons why appointing a professional executor could be right for you. Here are the key benefits to appointing a professional executor to administer your estate after you die.
At one point or another, many of us will be given the task of being responsible for the administration of someone’s estate after they’ve died. It can be a daunting task if you’ve never done it before, but remember you can always get advice from a probate lawyer, at any point in the process – there is no need to struggle alone.
If you’ve been appointed as the executor of someone’s Will, these are the key steps you may need to take.
Sometimes, the details of someone’s Will upon their death can come as a complete surprise. You may not understand their reasons, but it’s important to remember that a person’s wishes upon their death are heavily protected in British law. However, if you believe that they were pressured or coerced by someone to change their Will prior to their death, then you may be able to challenge the Will .In this instance, these are the steps you should take if you want to contest the validity of a Will.
You don’t have to work with a probate solicitor to administer someone’s estate. As the Personal Representative, it is perfectly acceptable to take it on yourself and there is no obligation to get any legal advice if you can confidently handle all the elements of the administration. However, the process is often not easy or […]
Official statistics show that more than 2.5 million individuals own a rental property in the UK. The freezing of the inheritance tax (IHT) nil rate band since 2009 (currently £325,000), coupled with house price growth over the same period, means that many of these landlords’ estates will be liable to IHT when they die. Yes, […]
We should all be encouraged to talk about death – it is an inevitable part of life. But recent studies show that nearly half of British people admit to finding it very awkward to talk about. Although it might feel uncomfortable, not discussing your wishes with your family means that everyone is in the dark […]