You can appoint one or more relatives or close friends to act as guardians and assume parental responsibility. Always discuss this with them beforehand, and with your children if appropriate. Guardians can be the same individuals you choose to act as executors, but do not have to be.
Sadly arguments do happen. Contact us for advice if someone is questioning: The contents of the Will Whether the Will …
Read more Wills & ProbateIt is possible for you to provide for future born children. However it is advisable to cover what should happen …
Read more Wills & ProbateA Grant of Probate is the document that is issued to you by the Probate Registry. The document confirms your …
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 & ProbateA Will can be cancelled simply by creating a new Will which states that all previous Wills are revoked. Your …
Read more Wills & ProbateMarriage will cancel your Will unless it was prepared in expectation of the event. Getting divorced will not cancel your …
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 & ProbateThis is the term used to cover everything that needs to be done to deal with an estate. It involves …
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