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Kings Court Trust

Kings Court Trust is an award-winning probate and estate administration provider that support families at the difficult time of losing a loved one. Our tax and legal teams have the expertise to advise on any situation. We are committed to offering families a great service for a fair price which is why we work on a fixed fee basis so they know exactly what our service will cost from the outset.

Recent Posts

Inheritance Tax receipts decrease for the first time in a decade

on Aug 12, 2020 8:49:07 AM By | Kings Court Trust |
In a recent report from HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC), it was shown that the amount of income generated from Inheritance Tax (IHT) decreased to £5.2 billion last year, which is a decrease of £223 million or 4%. This was the first decrease in a decade. The last decrease was seen in 2009/2010 when estate values took a hit following the global recession. Since then, the amount of tax paid rose annually at a steady rate of an average of 3% or £4,200 per estate.
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Transparency: An overview of compliance within the legal services industry

on Jul 7, 2020 2:59:15 PM By | Kings Court Trust |
Transparency is a critical element in the legal services industry as it ensures the public is able to make informed choices before instructing a firm by having accurate and relevant information about that firm.
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A partner email highlighting how you can grow your business

on Mar 31, 2020 12:53:46 PM By | Kings Court Trust |
We recently asked one of our business partners to get in touch with a prospective partner and share their experience of working in partnership with Kings Court Trust. We received a copy of the email that was sent and we are extremely thankful for the kind words they shared. Therefore, we also wanted to publicly share this email with our network of existing and prospective partners.
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Inheritance disputes continue to rise – Is ‘modern life’ to blame?

on Mar 5, 2020 10:08:29 AM By | Kings Court Trust |
Disputes over inheritance have soared in recent years, with the number of cases reaching the England and Wales High Court increasing dramatically during the last decade. According to Direct Line Life Insurance, 12.6 million British adults would be prepared to dispute a Will and go to court if they disagreed with the division of their relative’s estate.
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Four celebrities who left behind important lessons about Wills

on Feb 18, 2020 9:21:26 AM By | Kings Court Trust |
It’s no secret that mistakes, misconceptions and unfortunate circumstances occur when people make (or fail to make) arrangements for their estate. However, these errors become amplified when they are made by famous people. As human beings, we are curious by nature and our curiosity often piques when we get a glimpse into the lives of individuals with assets most of us can only dream of and the public battles that may ensue among the deceased’s heirs. Regardless of value and status, there are notable lessons that celebrity deaths have taught us about planning our legacy. Let’s take a look at four celebrities that have passed away, leaving behind lessons we can all learn from.
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How Brexit could impact the estate administration process

on Jan 30, 2020 1:52:49 PM By | Kings Court Trust |
On the 24th of July 2019, Boris Johnson became the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, taking on the task of completing Brexit from Theresa May. After months of turbulent deliberations and a general election, the UK will formally leave the European Union (EU) at 11:00PM on the 31st of January. This blog explores the questions raised about the impact of Brexit on the estate administration process and professionals within the industry.
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Civil partnership or marriage? Mixed-sex couples now have the choice

on Jan 21, 2020 9:56:55 AM By | Kings Court Trust |
It’s now official – heterosexual couples in England and Wales can formalise their relationship with a civil partnership rather than marriage. Civil partnerships were first introduced through the Civil Partnerships Act 2004 and was only available to same-sex couples . As of the 31st of December 2019, mixed-sex couples have been able to form this union. The amendment to the Act was made as a result of a Supreme Court ruling which confirmed that the Civil Partnerships Act 2004 was incompatible with the European Convention on Human Rights.
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What to expect in 2020

on Jan 9, 2020 10:49:14 AM By | Kings Court Trust |
It’s a new year and a new decade – Welcome to 2020! This time of year can trigger many feelings – optimism, reflection, uncertainty or all of the above. As we think back to some of the hot topics we followed throughout the year, we realise many are still relevant as we step into the new year.
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2019 in review

on Dec 12, 2019 12:14:47 PM By | Kings Court Trust |
Over the past year, we’ve monitored several news headlines and developments that have impacted the estate administration industry, including the probate application delays, the rising cost of death, and everyone’s favourite topic, Brexit.
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