Private client

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16 Aug 2021

Law Society urges practitioners to complete survey on proposed probate fees hike

The Law Society's survey closes at the end of August, ahead of the closure of the MOJ's consultation in September

2 Aug 2021

Donor beware: Section 10 is not your friend

Howard Epstein sheds light on the risk of power of attorney property fraud

20 Jul 2021

Powers of attorney: major reforms and consultation announced

The reforms aim to make the lasting powers of attorney service 'safer, simpler and fit for the futur'; 

9 Jul 2021

Probate fees: proposed rise 'unjustifiable' says Law Society

Proposed 'alignment' of costs would mean £118 price hike for professional service users

25 Jun 2021

Eade v Hogg: a salutary lesson to all private client lawyers

Reflecting on a recent case, Matthew Duncan reminds us of the paramount importance of accurately recording instructions

3 Jun 2021

Private client job boom

Private client jobs are going through the roof, according to recent data

1 Jun 2021

Buckle up for take-off

Duncan Jackson leads Buckles Law, a regional firm with a flair for attracting jet set clients

27 May 2021

Cut down in his prime

A receiver who took advantage of protected person's money and goodwell finally agreed to stand down, as Denzil Lush recalls