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What actually is ‘reasonable financial provision’ for the purposes of the Inheritance (Provision for Family and… Today's Family Lawyer07:05
The residence dilemma: Why UK inheritance tax follows clients abroad Today's Wills & Probate (Press Release)03:38
Free webinar: Capital Gains Tax: The pitfall executors don’t see coming Today's Wills & Probate (Press Release)16:49
Contested estates are becoming more common – the financial cost to families isn’t talked about enough Today's Wills & Probate (Press Release)03:35
Michael Jackson’s estate and Paris Jackson’s £460,000 court battle explained EasternEye17:38
Michael Jackson’s estate will see over $600k returned in Paris victory The Independent06:18
Why more families are prioritising estate planning earlier in life Law News14:22

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Is the £3 cost of entering a caveat to dispute a will giving rise to spurious disputes or does it reflect a more… Today's Wills & Probate (Press Release)16:10

NS&I Bereavement Claims - Delivery Plan National Savings & Investments (Press Release)15:50

Funk pioneer George Clinton sues Universal over $1.1 million in withheld royalties Complete Music Update15:22

In the last 8 hours

Legacy giving ‘resilient’ after smaller than expected decline, new research reveals Civil Society13:22

Earlier today

Legacies remain steady despite expected decline from probate backlog efforts, research finds Third Sector08:22

Fewer give to charity and engagement falls amongst younger generations Today's Wills & Probate (Press Release)08:02

What actually is ‘reasonable financial provision’ for the purposes of the Inheritance (Provision for Family and… Today's Family Lawyer07:05

The residence dilemma: Why UK inheritance tax follows clients abroad Today's Wills & Probate (Press Release)03:38

Yesterday

George Clinton sues UMG, alleging over $1.1M in royalties have been withheld for more than three years Music Business Worldwide16:42 18-May-26

National firm in talks with staff over closure of volume wills sector Law Gazette15:52 18-May-26

Lauren Marlow provides insight to The Telegraph on probate and estate administration Mishcon de Reya (Press Release)09:48 18-May-26

How probate can affect emotional wellbeing Today's Wills & Probate (Press Release)08:05 18-May-26

Executors face ‘battle’ to access digital assets Money Marketing07:09 18-May-26

Failure to redeem charges on probate property sale cost solicitor £47,000 at tribunal Today's Conveyancer04:43 18-May-26

In the last 7 days

Free webinar: Capital Gains Tax: The pitfall executors don’t see coming Today's Wills & Probate (Press Release)16:49 15-May-26

Free webinar: Intestate estates and missing beneficiaries: Managing risk and dispelling myths Today's Wills & Probate (Press Release)16:18 15-May-26

Paris Jackson wins legal battle for $625k to be returned to Michael Jackson’s estate NME15:04 15-May-26

The Sacramento Man Who Died After a Struggle With Deputies Just Settled With the County , The… Law News10:53 15-May-26

'Few have crucial £92 document' with UK rule change in 2027 The Mirror10:01 15-May-26

Early bird entry deadline approaches for British Wills and Probate Awards 2026 Today's Wills & Probate (Press Release)04:46 15-May-26

Contested estates are becoming more common – the financial cost to families isn’t talked about enough Today's Wills & Probate (Press Release)03:35 15-May-26

Michael Jackson’s estate and Paris Jackson’s £460,000 court battle explained EasternEye17:38 14-May-26

Pippa Middleton in row with locals after blocking footpath through Berkshire estate over… The Mirror14:51 14-May-26

Coca-Cola denies Johnny Cash ‘sound-alike’ claim, disputes infringement in estate lawsuit Music Business Worldwide14:44 14-May-26

Paris Jackson celebrates victory in Michael Jackson estate dispute BANG Premier14:37 14-May-26

$600,000 to be returned to Michael Jackson’s estate after legal battle from daughter, Paris… Far Out Magazine12:40 14-May-26

Paris Jackson achieves ‘massive’ victory as staggering bonus payment given back to dad Michael’s estate Tyla10:11 14-May-26

Michael Jackson’s estate will see over $600k returned in Paris victory The Independent06:18 14-May-26

New legal careers platform matches job seekers with verified and regulated private client firms Today's Wills & Probate (Press Release)04:50 14-May-26

Paris Jackson celebrates 'massive win' as judge orders executors of dad Michael's estate to pay … MailOnline02:15 14-May-26

Paris Jackson scores legal victory in Michael Jackson estate battle Music-News.com02:06 14-May-26

Paris Jackson lands crucial victory in case over dad Michael’s estate The Independent18:57 13-May-26

Farmers lose High Court bid over UK inheritance tax reform Agriland15:50 13-May-26

Why More Families Are Prioritising Estate Planning Earlier in Life Law News14:22 13-May-26

The IHT freeze is creating a cashflow problem introducers cannot ignore FinancialReporter.co.uk10:07 13-May-26

High Court rejects farmers' challenge to inheritance tax changes Farming UK06:30 13-May-26

New partner among latest promotions for Andrew Jackson Solicitors - “We remain committed to developing our team at… Insider Media06:09 13-May-26

Blended families fuelling inheritance disputes, STEP research finds Today's Wills & Probate (Press Release)05:35 13-May-26

New guide explains how to reseal grants of probate in Jersey Today's Wills & Probate (Press Release)05:24 13-May-26

Swindon law firm expands team to strengthen expertise Swindon Advertiser05:09 13-May-26

Profile: Gary Shaw, managing director, Property Solutions Group Today's Wills & Probate (Press Release)03:32 13-May-26

Pathways for financial relief when estate administration becomes contentious Today's Wills & Probate (Press Release)16:10 12-May-26

HMRC technical note addresses inheritance tax and pensions death benefits Thomson Reuters - Practical Law14:37 12-May-26

Cider boss who torched brother’s car left facing £875k bill after failed will fight South West Farmer07:26 12-May-26

People: Andrew Jackson Solicitors; DWF; VetMedi.co.uk; and more TheBusinessDesk.com07:09 12-May-26

Son’s will challenge fails in ‘case which should never have been brought’ Today's Wills & Probate (Press Release)05:38 12-May-26

Promotions and new hires at Simkins LLP and Ampla Finance Today's Wills & Probate (Press Release)05:07 12-May-26

In the last month

New sculpture trail opens at Coughton Court in Alcester Redditch Advertiser, Worcestershire12:00 11-May-26

Fbc Manby Bowdler expands Knowle office as it continues PE-backed growth Insider Media06:01 11-May-26

Families on housing estate face eviction days before law change North Norfolk News10:47 9-May-26

If my dad died without a Will, how will the estate be divided? Evening Leader07:04 9-May-26

The case that lifts the curtain on the world of offshore finance The New World00:10 9-May-26

Carmarthen law firm appoints new Associate Solicitor Wales 24706:47 8-May-26

Early bird deadline for ‘unconference’ TWP Festival tickets today Today's Wills & Probate (Press Release)05:24 8-May-26

£1.2m inheritance tax ‘mistake’ set aside to save historic estate Today's Wills & Probate (Press Release)05:04 8-May-26

What do 250,000 wills tell us about private practice in 2026? Today's Wills & Probate (Press Release)03:53 8-May-26

Scheme launched to make wills accessible for all Cornish & Devon Post15:18 7-May-26

Cider boss faces £875,000 legal bill after failed will challenge The Drinks Business10:00 7-May-26

Introducing the spring 2026 edition of Entitlement from Title Research Today's Wills & Probate (Press Release)08:33 7-May-26

Global heir hunt across five countries uncovers sole beneficiary in probate case Today's Wills & Probate (Press Release)08:02 7-May-26

Daughter awarded £123,000 ‘reasonable provision’ after being excluded from father’s will Today's Wills & Probate (Press Release)05:19 7-May-26

Dr Tom Mathar: Why chaos after death is no longer an exception Money Marketing08:20 6-May-26

Private client teams celebrate awards success Today's Wills & Probate (Press Release)05:19 6-May-26

Profile: Barry Mattock, CEO at Property Solutions Group Today's Wills & Probate (Press Release)03:37 6-May-26

Beyond the Surname: Why Identity Must Extend to Inheritance Rights in India Oxford Human Rights Hub07:03 5-May-26

Inheritance Act claim includes provision for £4k pet costs Today's Wills & Probate (Press Release)05:33 5-May-26

Solicitor shares the common mistakes people make when writing wills The Independent09:26 3-May-26

Charity offers free will-writing service Punchline Magazine11:56 1-May-26

Cider boss who torched his mineral water tycoon brother's car in row over parents' wills is hit … MailOnline11:01 1-May-26

Cider boss who torched brother’s car in will dispute handed £875k bill The Independent09:06 1-May-26

Tribunal throws out misconduct allegations against ‘overworked’ probate solicitor Today's Wills & Probate (Press Release)05:36 1-May-26

5 reasons modern couples are saying yes to prenups SoGlos.com15:12 30-Apr-26

Sunjay Kapur £3 billion estate row: Court freezes assets amid dispute over undisclosed wealth EasternEye14:55 30-Apr-26

Cumbrian solicitor struck off for dishonesty Cumbria Crack14:23 30-Apr-26

Former solicitor struck off after tribunal held into 'irregularities' The Carlisle News & Star13:08 30-Apr-26

Former National Trust country house to host live theatre for first time Redditch Advertiser, Worcestershire12:06 30-Apr-26

Generous gifts to avoid inheritance tax can backfire if your children get divorced, lawyers warn This is Money09:27 30-Apr-26

Meet the woman who earns her living tracking down long-lost relatives London Now18:50 29-Apr-26

BMV Property Investment: Finding Below Market Value Property for Sale Residential Landlord16:22 29-Apr-26

Profile: Emily Robertson, senior associate at Hanne & Co Today's Wills & Probate (Press Release)03:38 29-Apr-26

Dead millionaire designer's partner sues after claiming £500,000 luxury flat from will wasn't… The Mirror12:54 28-Apr-26

Man says his dog stops him working in fight over partner’s £1m estate The Independent10:45 28-Apr-26

The unfinished Westminster: two nations still waiting for the constitution they were promised Bylines Scotland07:12 28-Apr-26

Afg Law - Why you should review your will every few years The Oldham Times05:53 28-Apr-26

National Will Register launches annual Free Will Registration Month Today's Wills & Probate (Press Release)05:33 28-Apr-26

Will Aid survey finds public demand for modernisation of will writing Today's Wills & Probate (Press Release)05:23 28-Apr-26

Is council tax payable on an empty house when someone dies? The House of Commons Library blog16:34 27-Apr-26

Property Solutions Group scoops Innovation of the Year award for its estate funding facility at the Probate Industry… Today's Wills & Probate (Press Release)16:07 27-Apr-26

Am I subject to inheritance tax? Mishcon de Reya (Press Release)15:58 27-Apr-26

Estate claims and planning bid advertised Monmouthshire Beacon15:00 27-Apr-26

HMRC steps up property valuation checks on landlord estates Residential Landlord10:17 27-Apr-26

HMRC steps up scrutiny of residential property valuations in inheritance tax clampdown Property Industry Eye07:05 27-Apr-26

HMRC increases scrutiny of inheritance tax property valuations Today's Wills & Probate (Press Release)05:16 27-Apr-26

‘Bad lawyers’ blamed for rise in probate disputes Today's Wills & Probate (Press Release)05:05 27-Apr-26

Estate of Cambridge technology tycoon Mike Lynch launches appeal over HPE damages Cambridge Independent00:57 27-Apr-26

HMRC increases scrutiny of residential valuations Landlord Today00:08 27-Apr-26

Starmer's 'witch-hunt' crony Lord Hermer gets approval for luxury holiday home on £1.5million… MailOnline22:09 25-Apr-26

Inheritance tax valuation referrals rise 25% following HMRC crack down Property Week00:50 25-Apr-26

Inheritance Act 1975: will failed to make reasonable financial provision for adult daughter who had cared for deceased… Thomson Reuters - Practical Law17:03 24-Apr-26

Blanchards International: Worldwide heir tracing experts Today's Wills & Probate (Press Release)08:19 24-Apr-26

From risk to control: Legal authority as the foundation of estate administration Today's Wills & Probate (Press Release)08:09 24-Apr-26

HMRC ‘ramps up’ scrutiny of property valuations The Negotiator Magazine06:01 24-Apr-26

Inheritance tax receipts rise for fifth consecutive year to hit £8.5bn Today's Wills & Probate (Press Release)05:36 24-Apr-26

‘Unconference’ agenda tackles key issues of 2026 for private client professionals and will writers Today's Wills & Probate (Press Release)05:05 24-Apr-26

Private client solicitor struck off after billing for work he hadn’t done Today's Wills & Probate (Press Release)04:55 24-Apr-26

Octopus Legacy acquires Shoosmiths will bank to strengthen position in regulated estate planning Today's Wills & Probate (Press Release)04:35 24-Apr-26

Survey: Your views needed on charitable wills Today's Wills & Probate (Press Release)04:25 24-Apr-26

Tackling the funding gap in estate administration Today's Wills & Probate (Press Release)03:34 24-Apr-26

Woman abandoned by millionaire father as baby wins £123k from his will The Independent09:21 23-Apr-26

Sibling inheritance row exposes legal issues ‘which will become more common’ Today's Wills & Probate (Press Release)05:40 23-Apr-26

HMRC ramps up scrutiny of residential property valuations as it cracks down on inheritance tax avoidance Estate Agent Networking20:25 22-Apr-26

The National Will Register partners with Zenplans to enhance the nation’s preparedness Today's Wills & Probate (Press Release)16:15 22-Apr-26

Estate linked to former PM saved after £1.2m inheritance tax blunder The Independent12:41 22-Apr-26

Rediscovering the case for Christ in prophecy Catholic Herald09:59 22-Apr-26

Make a Will Online review – The only ‘solicitor-checked’ online will writing service Money to the Masses09:56 22-Apr-26

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