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Begin the New Year with Peace of Mind
9 January 2026
Begin the New Year with Peace of Mind

With the start of the new year, many focus on healthier goals and resolutions. It is also a valuable moment to pause and review your legal affairs. Taking time now to check whether your ...

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A Will is for life – not just for Christmas
19 December 2025
A Will is for life – not just for Christmas

The festive period and run-up to a New Year often prompts us all to reflect on family, the year gone by, and plans for the future. It can also be a valuable opportunity to think about e ...

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Charitable Gifts in Wills
7 November 2025
Charitable Gifts in Wills

Leaving a gift to charity in your Will is a meaningful way to support the causes that matter most to you. Many charitable organisations rely heavily on legacy donations to continue thei ...

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Phillips Law Partners with St Michael’s Hospice
6 November 2025
Phillips Law Partners with St Michael’s Hospice

We are delighted to announce that Phillips Law is once again supporting St Michael’s Hospice (North Hampshire) as part of their annual Make a Will Campaign throughout November. Th ...

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Probate Office Copy Fees to Rise Sharply
5 November 2025
Probate Office Copy Fees to Rise Sharply

What is Changing? The fee for an office copy of a grant of probate will increase from £1.50 to £16 from 17 November 2025. Why It Matters Executors generally need to order several office ...

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LPA registration fees to rise in November 2025
22 August 2025
LPA registration fees to rise in November 2025

The Ministry of Justice has announced that, subject to parliamentary approval, the application fees for registering a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) will increase later this year. From ...

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How a Will helps secure your legacy
14 August 2025
How a Will helps secure your legacy

No matter your age or financial position, having a valid, up-to-date Will is one of the most important steps in protecting your assets and the people you care about. By discussing your ...

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How a post-nuptial agreement can boost your financial security
11 August 2025
How a post-nuptial agreement can boost your financial security

Getting married or entering into a civil partnership represents a major legal and financial commitment. While many couples take steps to safeguard their financial position in the event ...

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Protect Your Future with a Health and Welfare LPA
18 July 2025
Protect Your Future with a Health and Welfare LPA

Planning for the future is one of the most important things you can do to protect your health and wellbeing, especially as you get older. A Health and Welfare Lasting Power of Attorney ...

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Protect Your Wealth Before You Say ‘I Do’
26 June 2025
Protect Your Wealth Before You Say ‘I Do’

Sian Lias and Elizabeth Taylor of Phillips Law are pleased to collaborate with Steven Vallery of S4 Financial in this joint article exploring the importance of pre-nuptial agreements. L ...

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