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Where there’s a Will, there’s a way (Part 2)

Posted on November 7, 2022 by Claire Tourret

Senior Associate Aidan Grant and Partner Chris McLemore from McLemore Konschnik LLP return to continue their discussion on UK/US will planning. Run time: 35 minutes

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Where there’s a Will, there’s a way (Part 1)

Posted on October 10, 2022 by Claire Tourret

Senior Associate Aidan Grant is joined by Partner Chris McLemore from McLemore Konschnik LLP to discuss UK/US will planning. Run time: 22 minutes

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Gifts and Lasting Powers of Attorney (“LPAs”)

Posted on November 8, 2021 by Molly Jones

Making gifts as an attorney acting under a registered LPA for property and financial affairs is fraught with difficulties and is an area which could give rise to criticism of the attorney and potentially an investigation by the Office of …

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How women can prepare for their greater exposure to IHT

Posted on November 5, 2021 by Molly Jones

Given that women on average live longer than men, it is more likely that women will inherit significant wealth from their spouses and other family members than their male counterparts. As a result, a recent study states that women have …

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A Question of Capacity

Posted on November 25, 2020 by Christopher Wilsher

This guide, A Question of Capacity, outlines key points for consideration to ensure business owners put their businesses in the best position possible in the event of your incapacity.

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The importance of having a Will and reviewing it regularly

Posted on November 11, 2020 by Christopher Wilsher
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Coronavirus – Can I create a Will while observing social distancing?

Posted on April 20, 2020 by Christopher Wilsher

Commentators have argued for decades that the rules governing the preparation and execution of Wills are outdated.  However, the current tests posed by coronavirus are like nothing contemporary legal practice has seen before. The valid execution of Wills is governed …

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Coronavirus: Tax and Estate Planning Tips in the Lockdown

Posted on April 7, 2020 by Christopher Wilsher

Being optimistic, we have been giving some thought to what positives we can draw from these dark and difficult times. Being at home for an extended period and having more time provides an opportunity to get on with the tasks …

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Coronavirus – Can you create a Will while self-isolating?

Posted on March 23, 2020 by Christopher Wilsher

We have suggested six steps for how you can still think about your wills and estate planning in the current climate. (1) Use the time to think about your affairs The present circumstances may actually provide you with more time …

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What happens if a will is found after an estate has already been divided?

Posted on November 12, 2019 by Alice Heathfield

What happens if, years after a relation has died and their estate has been distributed, a new Will with different beneficiaries is found? In a recently publicised case involving 9,000 wills stored by Lloyds Bank, Lloyds has promised to compensate those …

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