Legal Ombudsman Announces £20m Initiative to Enhance Sector Efficiency and Standards
The Legal Ombudsman (LeO) has announced an ambitious £20 million initiative aimed at transforming its operations by the financial year…
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Surge in Promotions and Appointments Marks Growth in Private Client Legal Sector
A significant wave of promotions and appointments is sweeping through the private client and contentious probate legal sector, signalling a…
Estate Planning Professionals Gear Up for Inspiration & Innovation Conference 3.0
On 13th May, the Inspiration & Innovation Conference 3.0 will bring together estate planning professionals from across the UK at…
Over-65s Hold £2.9 Trillion in Property Wealth, Sparking Retirement and Market Opportunities
A new report from Key Later Life Finance reveals that Britons over the age of 65 possess property wealth exceeding…
Inheritance Tax Receipts Surge to Record £7.6 Billion, HMRC Reports
Inheritance Tax (IHT) receipts in the UK have reached a record high of £7.6 billion from April 2024 to February…
Probate.Auction Strengthens Team with Appointment of Corin Holness as Corporate Relationships Director
Probate.Auction, a leading specialist in probate property auctions, has announced the appointment of Corin Holness as the new Corporate Relationships…
Son Triumphs in £700,000 Will Dispute After Video Evidence Reveals Sister’s Manipulation
A man has won a legal battle over his late mother’s £700,000 estate after a court determined that she was…
AI’s Role in the Legal Profession: Revolutionising or Replacing?
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping industries worldwide, and the legal sector is no exception. The debate over AI’s potential to…
Lady Chief Justice Condemns Media Inaccuracy for Sparking Judicial Death Threats
Lady Chief Justice Baroness Carr has issued a stark warning about the dangers of inaccurate and sensationalised media reporting. She…
Government Pledges Action on Probate Delays as Families Continue to Wait
The Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP) has expressed approval of the UK government’s recent commitment to address the…