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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

There has been a lot of press coverage recently following the untimely death of One Direction singer, Liam Payne, and the issue of the Grant of Representation in his estate. According t ...

A Legal Guide to Minimising Inheritance Tax Inheritance Tax (IHT) can significantly impact the amount that you are able to pass to your children or other chosen beneficiaries when you d ...

Latest figures from HMRC show that inheritance tax receipts have risen by 7.2% since last year. By taking advantage of available tax reliefs and planning carefully, families can make su ...

The Annual Allowance With the end of the current tax year fast approaching, anyone wishing to use their 2023/24 (and potentially their 2022/2023) annual allowance in relation to gifts o ...

This week (4 – 8 March) is Update your Will Week Phillips Law is encouraging people to consider the risks of not having a Will following new research revealing nearly half of UK adults ...

The sixth annual British Wills and Probate Awards was hosted in Manchester on 11th October recognising and celebrating excellence in the Wills and probate sector. The awards are increas ...