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Tania Clapham of Bennett Griffin Accepted as Member of Solicitors for the Elderly

Posted on 06/03/13, filed under News, Wills | No Comments

 

Bennett Griffin are pleased to announce that our Associate Solicitor, Tania Clapham, based at our Ferring office, has been accepted as a member of the national association ‘Solicitors for the Elderly’ (SFE).

 

SFE is an association of lawyers who specialise in legal services for older people and their carers.  Members of SFE have a wealth of experience within this key legal area and they are… read the rest of “Tania Clapham of Bennett Griffin Accepted as Member of Solicitors for the Elderly”
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Cancer Research UK FreeWill Service

Posted on 14/12/12, filed under Fresh News, Wills | No Comments

Bennet Griffin have been working in conjunction with the Cancer Research UK FreeWill Service and so far our clients who have used the service have collectively pledged an estimated £1,369,046 to Cancer research UK in future legacy income.

If you don’t have a will or your current will needs updating please contact Ian, Tania, Jo, Katie or Tricia on 01903 229999.

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Anticipating the End of the World Day? Or just a good time to plan for 2013?

Posted on 13/12/12, filed under Family Law, News, Wills | No Comments

Assuming that we do not all implode on 21s December, this could be a time to give some thought to what has passed in 2012 and what new challenges and changes face us in 2013.

You may be looking forward to planning your wedding; moving house;  a new arrival, or all of the above. Or, you may be anxious about your former partner/spouse getting married before you have a… read the rest of “Anticipating the End of the World Day? Or just a good time to plan for 2013?”
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Jo Edwards of BG accepted as member of Solicitors for the Elderly

Posted on 11/12/12, filed under Bennett Griffin Events, Fresh News, News, Wills | No Comments

 

Bennett Griffin are pleased to announce that our Associate Solicitor, Jo Edwards, based at our Ferring office, has been accepted as a member of the national association ‘Solicitors for the Elderly’ (SFE).

SFE is an association of lawyers who specialise in legal services for older people and their carers.  Members of SFE have a wealth of experience within this key legal area and they are required to… read the rest of “Jo Edwards of BG accepted as member of Solicitors for the Elderly”
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Shocking report on end of life care – how you can make decisions about your future care

Posted on 26/10/12, filed under Fresh News, News, Wills | No Comments

Shocking report on end of life care – how you can make decisions about your future care
We are pleased to see that an investigation has been launched into the ‘Liverpool Care Pathway’ following a shocking newspaper report (see here).
The ‘Liverpool Care Pathway’ for the Dying Patient is a method of care used for patients at the end of their lives.  It usually involves the withdrawal of life… read the rest of “Shocking report on end of life care – how you can make decisions about your future care”
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Protect your digital assets

Posted on 12/10/12, filed under News, Wills | No Comments

We have found an interesting article click here  about the importance of leaving instructions on how your online accounts should be dealt with after your death. 

Most people appreciate the importance of making a Will that covers their property, bank accounts and investments, but few of us think to extend that to our digital assets.  A growing number of us use the internet regularly for keeping in touch… read the rest of “Protect your digital assets”
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BG participating with St Barnabas Will Week

Posted on 08/10/12, filed under Bennett Griffin Events, News, Wills | No Comments

The will-writing specialists at Bennett Griffin are looking forward to doing their bit for St Barnabas this week by participating in their Will Writing Week.
We are always interested in initiatives that encourage people to seek proper professional advice when it comes to the preparation of their Wills, and by participating in this scheme we can also help raise some much deserved funds for such a valuable local charity.
You… read the rest of “BG participating with St Barnabas Will Week”
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The Danger of DIY Wills and Probate

Posted on 10/05/12, filed under Wills | No Comments

Data obtained from the Probate Service (for the full Title Research article, click here) shows an increase in problems arising from poorly drafted Wills.  A recurring problem was that the Wills did not make proper provision for Executors, the people who will deal with your estate after you have passed away.

The data highlights the importance of seeking advice from a qualified professional when making a… read the rest of “The Danger of DIY Wills and Probate”
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Don’t stick pins in Wills! Advice from West Sussex solicitors Bennett Griffin

Posted on 12/12/11, filed under Wills | No Comments

For once, we are not talking about actual pins or staples or paper clips!

In this digital era, we are relying on the internet more and more for everyday matters, such as online banking, shopping and keeping in touch with friends on sites such as Twitter and Facebook.  The downside is that we are having to remember more and more pin numbers and passwords as a result.

This… read the rest of “Don’t stick pins in Wills! Advice from West Sussex solicitors Bennett Griffin”
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The risk of using an unregulated will writer – West Sussex solicitors comment on the Law Society’s press release

Posted on 29/11/11, filed under Wills | No Comments

As you may have seen in the press recently, there are many will writers out there who are unqualified and unregulated.  There is little remedy available for families who suffer as a result of a poorly drafted will.

“The Law Society President, John Wotton, said at the moment anyone in England and Wales can operate as a will writer and sell products that are not fit for purpose.”… read the rest of “The risk of using an unregulated will writer – West Sussex solicitors comment on the Law Society’s press release”
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Can’t Take It With You

Posted on 27/01/11, filed under Wills | No Comments

This is the title of a new BBC2 six-part documentary about the importance of making a Will and, more significantly, the benefits of obtaining proper legal advice on the options available when doing so.

The programme tackles many of the difficult considerations involved in making a Will; featuring couples on their second marriage and people who want to leave more to one child than the others. There is often… read the rest of “Can’t Take It With You”
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Consumers must have greater protection in will writing market, says Worthing law firm

Posted on 10/08/10, filed under Wills | No Comments

BENNETT GRIFFIN LLP has called for greater regulation of will-writers to match that of solicitors after BBC Panorama’s Wills: The Final Rip Off? revealed the risks of using will-writers.

Bennett Griffin LLP is calling for a level playing field in the will writing market to ensure consumers have greater protection against inaccurate or poorly drafted wills, as seen on the Panorama investigation into the unregulated will writing industry aired… read the rest of “Consumers must have greater protection in will writing market, says Worthing law firm”
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