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2023 in review

on Dec 7, 2023 9:17:19 AM By | Kings Court Trust |
Throughout 2023, there were a number of legal industry updates and news stories that affected the Wills and probate sector. We’ve summarised some of the key changes and the ongoing discussions that could affect professionals and their clients in 2024.
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2022 in review

on Dec 7, 2022 3:35:08 PM By | Nigel Merchant |
This year has provided a lot of challenges and changes, both in general and within the probate and estate administration industry. This blog will summarise some of the key industry stories and updates that have been in the news in 2022.
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A look back at 2021

on Dec 2, 2021 10:40:43 AM By | Kings Court Trust |
A year ago, we reflected on one of the most unpredictable and uncertain years in our lifetimes due to the onset of the global COVID-19 pandemic. Looking back, most industry news and headlines directly, or indirectly, mentioned the pandemic and the impact it had on our professional and personal lives.
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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