Why instruct a Solicitor to deal with the administration of an estate?
- 19th January 2022
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Dealing with the loss of a loved one is always a difficult time which can be made more stressful by the responsibilities and duties involved if you have been appointed to act as the executor. An executor is legally responsible…
What is a Business Lasting Power of Attorney?
- 30th July 2021
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Whether you are a sole trader, shareholder or partner, it is important that you consider the possible implications for your business should you become incapacitated through illness or injury. In this blog, we will answer your questions on how a…
Q&A with Partner, Maria Cosslett
- 4th June 2021
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The Q&A series continues with Partner, Maria Cosslett. Having initially started in the firm as a legal secretary, Maria’s role at Loosemores has since evolved into that of Partner and Head of Probate, Wills and Trusts. Can you explain the…
Virtual witnessing of Wills to be made legal
- 5th August 2020
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The virtual witnessing of wills is to be temporarily made legal to make it easier for people to record their final wishes during the COVID-19 pandemic. Currently in Wales and England, a Will must be signed ‘in the presence of’…
Wet Signatures No Longer Required For Inheritance Tax Forms
- 18th June 2020
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The UK Government has temporarily relaxed the requirement for wet signatures on inheritance tax (IHT) forms, during the COVID-19 pandemic. With widespread social distancing practices taking effect, it has been difficult for personal representatives or trustees to physically sign forms…
Q&A With Solicitor, Sabrina D’Acri Davies
- 23rd April 2020
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The Q&A series continues with solicitor, Sabrina D’Acri Davies. Can you tell me a bit about yourself and explain the type of work you do at Loosemores Solicitors? I started my role as a Private Client Solicitor at Loosemores in…
Preparing Your Will During the Coronavirus Pandemic
- 7th April 2020
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The entire world is currently facing a period of uncertainty due to the Coronavirus pandemic. For many, managing this feeling of uncertainty will bring into sharp focus the importance of having a valid and up-to-date Will. With the UK Government…
How and Why Wills Are Challenged
- 12th August 2019
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The vast majority of people find it difficult to come to terms with deciding what will happen to their assets and loved ones after they die. For some, creating a Will is a fleeting thought and for others it is…
Loosemores Helps Secure over £440,000 for Cancer Research UK
- 11th April 2019
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Loosemores has been recognised by Cancer Research UK after facilitating over £440,000 worth of gifts from people choosing to leave a legacy to the charity in their will. Loosemores was presented with a bronze certificate to acknowledge the firm’s ongoing…
Q&A With Trainee Solicitor, Laurie Jefferies
- 27th March 2019
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>Cymraeg< We continue our Q&A series with another one of our Trainee Solicitors. Laurie Jefferies has just recently moved from our Property department to Probate, Wills and Trusts to progress her training contract. Learn more about Laurie in our latest…