When dealing with the estate of a friend or loved one, you may discover assets that are located in other countries. Those assets may be ‘physical’, such as land or property, or, non-physical such as bank accounts, or shareholdings. Dealing...
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Facing the loss of a loved one is an incredibly challenging and emotional time. Amidst the grief, there's a need to navigate through the practical matters that follow. If you find yourself wondering what to do when a loved one passes away, our...
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An executor in a Will is a person or entity designated to carry out the instructions and wishes outlined in the Will. The executor is responsible for managing the deceased person's assets, paying debts and taxes, and distributing the remaining...
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Looking At The Average Costs Of Estate Administration (Probate) One of the most common questions we get asked about Probate is how much it will cost. We know from many years of experience that there is no typical cost for probate...
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Our Lasting Powers Of Attorney Process will help you make a new Lasting Powers of Attorney ('LPA'). For some, making LPA's can be a daunting experience but we are happy to work with you. That's why when you choose to work with Bennett Griffin...
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Purpose Of The Inheritance Act The purpose of the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975 (the Act) is to allow certain classes of individuals to make a claim against an estate if the will or the intestacy did not make reasonable...
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At Bennett Griffin, we will help you through the process of either making a new Will, or reviewing your existing Will. Many assume that their possessions will pass to their loved ones, but this is often not the case. If you die without a Will,...
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*UPDATED: First published November 2020* At Bennett Griffin LLP, we have a team of specialists specifically to advise and assist Executors. If you have been entrusted with the formal role of an Executor, this guide will brief you on...
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Following consultations last year, the Ministry of Justice have raised the cost of all Grant applications made to the Probate Registry from 26th January 2022, from £215 to £273 (based on applications without a solicitor). This is the better...
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For many there are blurred lines between an attorney and an executor, however, its simple. Here is a short video to help you understand what makes the difference between an attorney and an...
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