When making a Will, there are various types of gifts that a testator may wish to include: general, specific and demonstrative legacies. Before considering the effect of failure of gifts in a Will, it is important to identify each of the types of legacy available to a testator. A general legacy, as the name suggests, […]

When someone passes away, it is important to make sure that the relevant people, companies and organisations are informed. You will also need to ensure that any assets of the deceased are preserved until such time when they can be collected, sold or distributed Informing the appropriate companies and organisations about the death of a […]

For those of us with furry friends, we do sometimes wonder what life will be like for them should we pass away. We want to ensure they are protected and loved once we are no longer there to look after them. It is possible to leave your animals in your Will to friends or family […]

Collecting estate assets When you have received the Grant of Probate this will need to be taken (or posted) to the bank, investment company etc. along with the completed withdrawal form (if required). It generally takes 2-3 weeks for the funds to be received into the executors account (or receipt of a cheque if requested). […]