Making your will
Often, there is a perception that writing your will is a time consuming, expensive process. But failing to make your will can prove far more costly – both financially and ...
1 April 2019
Infographic: why you should set up a Lasting Power of Attorney
5 March 2019
The cost of a death certificate trebles in price
The price of a getting a death certificate in England and Wales has nearly tripled. Registering a death now costs £11 for each certificate – a jump from just £4 ...
25 February 2019
Older persons advice and information fair – 15th February
Russell & Russell will be attending the Older Persons’ Fair this Friday, the 15th February.The event, which is being held at Lostock Parish Centre, is aimed at advising older people ...
12 February 2019
Victoria adds more wills and probate skills to Russell & Russell Solicitors
Victoria Marsh, a solicitor in Russell & Russell’s wills and probate department, has gained her Advanced Certificate in Advising Vulnerable Clients with the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP).STEP ...
6 February 2019
How to make your will
Ever thought about making your will then busied yourself with something else? You’re not alone; more than two thirds of people in the UK don’t have one.Drafting a will is ...
16 January 2019
Two thirds of parents don’t have a valid will
Research carried out by Royal London has revealed that 59% of parents don’t have a will and if they do, it’s out of date. This can be particularly problematic because ...
11 December 2018
Probate fees to rise leaving families as much as £6,000 out of pocket
The cost of dying will rise from April next year.In what is being described as a stealth death tax, the government is introducing new fees which will see families being ...
6 November 2018
Abuse of lasting power of attorney is on the rise
The number of people being investigated for abusing property and financial lasting power of attorneys has risen 46%. The Office of the Public Guardianis looking into 1,647 more cases than ...
22 October 2018
Russell & Russell Reaccredited to Top Wills Quality Scheme
Russell & Russell Solicitors has been reaccredited to the prestigious Wills and Inheritance Quality Scheme (WIQS).WIQS, which is certified by the Law Society, sets the benchmark for best practice and ...
1 October 2018
Abuse of lasting power of attorney
Figures obtained by insurer, Royal London have shown an increase in the number of people being investigated over decisions made through lasting powers of attorneys.According to Royal London, the Office ...
10 September 2018
UK Sleepwalking into a Dementia Crisis
A report produced by Solicitors for the Elderly is warning that the UK is heading towards a dementia crisis because people aren’t making arrangements in case they’re diagnosed with a ...
10 July 2018
Wills Come Under the Spotlight as Banks Hit Customers With Rip Off Charges
Wills have hit the headlines again recently with reports of banks ripping off customers who used financial institutions to make their will.Up to 1.5 million people are believed to have ...
26 June 2018
Kenny Goss Launches Legal Challenge on George Michael’s Will
The battle over George Michael’s estate is continuing with Kenny Goss, the late singer’s ex partner, making a claim on his fortune.Mr Goss, who was with George for 15 years, ...
18 June 2018
George Michael’s Lover Preventing Singers Will Being Carried Out
The grieving relatives and partner of George Michael are locked in a battle over his fortune.George’s sisters, Melanie and Yioda as well as his cousin Alex Georgiou, who was George’s ...
29 May 2018