The Court has to give permission for a Statutory will. Statutory wills can be made by Deputies appointed by the Court of Protection, Attorneys or someone who is likely to inherit from the person who is unable to make their own Will when that person dies.
A member of your family, your partner, a friend or solicitor may act as your executor. The executor must be …
Read more Wills & ProbateUp to 4 executors can act at a time. At least two executors are needed if their might be a …
Read more Wills & ProbateInheritance tax is charged at the rate of 40% on the value of your estate above the allowances available. The …
Read more Wills & ProbateYes. In England, Wales and Northern Ireland you must be over 18, and in Scotland you must be over 16. …
Read more Wills & ProbateYes, the solicitor is allowed to charge reasonable costs for acting as an executor. The usual charges are between 1½ …
Read more Wills & ProbateYou can appoint one or more relatives or close friends to act as guardians and assume parental responsibility. Always discuss …
Read more Wills & ProbateYou can include gifts of personal belongings in your Will. However, if you would like a more flexible way of …
Read more Wills & ProbateAn executor is responsible for looking after your money, property and other assets after your death and carrying out the …
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