Ideally any independent who is not related to the maker of the Will. A beneficiary or a spouse or civil partner of a beneficiary must not witness a Will. It does not have to be a solicitor; it can be a neighbour or friend.
A personal representative is simply another name for someone who is an Executor or if there is no Will, is …
Read more Wills & ProbateThe first step is to work out who should apply for letters of administration We can give you full advice …
Read more Wills & ProbatePartners will usually hold their property jointly, this is known as ‘Joint Tenants’. If you hold your property as Joint …
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 & ProbateGenerally, if you own land, property or any other asset in a foreign country, you should have a Will prepared …
Read more Wills & ProbateIf you don’t have a Will when you die, the law will decide how your estate is distributed. This is …
Read more Wills & ProbateTo make a Will you must be over the minimum age limit and have “testamentary capacity”. This means you must …
Read more Wills & ProbateOnly if there are serious disagreements between beneficiaries and/or the people making the Will.
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