Leading cancer charity, Cancer Research UK, has thanked Slee Blackwell and our clients for an “amazing contribution” to battling cancer through their Free Will initiative. Under the scheme the Charity will either pay for your Will to be prepared or
When should a Will be updated?
Here are some circumstances where it is advisable to review your Will arrangements. The usual ‘rule’ that a Will should be reviewed every five years should not be applied rigidly. A Will must be kept constantly under review and updated
Trouble in Store
We look at the growing problem of Will writers charging exorbitant fees for Will storage We were recently instructed to prepare Wills for a married couple who had previously been on the verge of making their Wills through a Will
The importance of making a will after divorce
North Devon solicitor Emma Napper looks at why it is important for newly divorced people to review their wills People often say that if you ignore something long enough it will go away. Sadly however this is not the case
Your Will and Electronic Assets
Your Will and electronic assets: Don’t overlook the fact that valuable assets are now held in electronic form. When making a Will most people are very aware of the assets they own; their house, their investments, their possessions. However, in
Number of intestate estates falls as more people make Wills
The number of people in the UK dying intestate (without having made a Will) is falling. Between 1997 and 2006 the rate remained steady, with between 60% to 65% of people dying without Wills. However, since 2007 the level of
Mutual Wills: A brief overview of the technical requirements
The courts have recently revisited the often controversial and misunderstood area of mutual Wills. It would therefore seem an ideal time to review the principles that are generally applicable:- Mutual Wills are made by two (or more) people. They are
What is a Privileged Will?
A Privileged Will is an informal will which remains valid even though it does not fulfil the usual legal requirements. Privileged wills are normally written but can be oral. What distinguishes this type of Will from a conventional Will is
Why do I need a Will?
Making a will can ensure your final wishes are carried out, including where your possessions and money go after your death. It can also save your loved ones from a large inheritance tax bill. If you die without a will
