Partner Blog (14)

70% want to leave a legacy for their grandchildren

on Apr 12, 2016 11:58:00 AM By | Kings Court Trust |

Recent research by SunLife found that the majority of grandparents want to leave their grandchildren an inheritance, with many choosing to ring-fence money to ensure it is passed in accordance with their wishes.

How Kings Court Trust ensures that your inheritance is safe

on Apr 11, 2016 12:19:00 PM By | Kings Court Trust |

While the vast majority of legal professionals operate under a strict moral and ethical code, unfortunately we still hear about cases where less scrupulous individuals take advantage of a family’s vulnerability by overcharging for estate administration services.

Inheritance Tax payments jump to record levels

on Apr 8, 2016 11:56:00 AM By | Kings Court Trust |

HMRC collected a record £4.56bn in Inheritance Tax (IHT) in 2015/16. Recent data published by the Office of National Statistics (ONS) showed a 21.6% increase in IHT payments from last year and an enormous 70% increase since 2010/2011.

Could the rise in number of unmarried couples be linked to increased Will disputes?

on Apr 4, 2016 9:00:00 AM By | Kings Court Trust |

The Office of National Statistics has reported that there has been a 33% rise in the number of unmarried couples since 2005. Perhaps unsurprisingly, during this time there has also been a rise in the problems which result when an unmarried partner dies without a Will.

96% of executors are unaware of their legal liability

on Apr 1, 2016 9:00:00 AM By | Kings Court Trust |

Recent research has shown that while six million people have experience of acting as the executor of a Will, just 4% realise they are legally liable for the accurate distribution of the estate.

Cost of funerals driving families into debt

on Mar 31, 2016 9:00:00 AM By | Kings Court Trust |

A report from the Work and Pensions Committee is urging an overhaul of the funeral support system with even the most basic funeral costs driving families into debt.

Kings Court Trust’s response to the planned reform of Grant of Probate fees

on Mar 30, 2016 9:00:00 AM By | Kings Court Trust |

Tomorrow is the deadline for companies and individuals to respond to the consultation to reform Grant of Probate fees.

Majority of people unaware of risks posed by DIY Wills

on Mar 22, 2016 9:00:00 AM By | Kings Court Trust |

According to a YouGov survey, 96% of people who prepare their own Will say they do not need external advice, with 21% stating that fears over the cost of professional advice prompted them to do it themselves.

Change in Scottish legislation could impact validity of Wills

on Mar 21, 2016 9:00:00 AM By | Kings Court Trust |

Earlier this year the Scottish Parliament passed the final stage of the Succession (Scotland) Act 2016. The Act means that any ex-spouse or civil partner will no longer be able to inherit under a Will following a divorce or dissolution, unless the Will makes specific provision for them.