Although it is extremely important to make a Will it is just as important to keep it under review in
case circumstances have changed which make some of the provisions of the will out of date or irrelevant.
A beneficiary may have died or an asset lost or sold which could result in a partial intestacy or a disappointed beneficiary.

Sometimes a change in legislation can result in a need to revise the provisions of a will because new legislation may create disadvantages from an Inheritance Tax viewpoint, or supersede the need to make tax efficient arrangements in the will.

Such legislation has now made it unnecessary to have the "Nil-Rate Band Discretionary Trusts" written
into a will in order to gain two nil-rate bands for  the survivor of a marriage or civil partnership. This is now allowed by legislation upon application by the executors of the estate of the survivor. So if the only reason for the Nil-Rate Band Trust being written into the will was to gain this Inheritance Tax saving it can now be taken out, which no doubt will make the will seem more straight forward and easier to understand. Advice should be sought therefore on revising such a will.

Many people underestimate the importance of wills. Having a will means providing for those closest and most important to you. Leaving matters to the rules of intestacy (i.e. there is no will) may well lead to decisions which may not be in accordance with your wishes.

Information on the preparation of Lasting Powers of Attorney and other types of Powers of Attorney, administration of a deceased person's estate and the creation and administration of Trusts.

With commercial and civil disputes there is a legal obligation these days on both sides to attempt to resolve the matter in hand with mediation. The mediation process is often successful at avoiding lengthy court sessions, preparations, and costs.

We offer expertise in a whole range of civil matters including employment, personal injury, debt recovery and boundary disputes. Clients are regularly represented in the County and High Court and in the Family Proceedings Court.

Whether you are a residential tenant or landlord, or a commercial tenant or landlord you may well need advice on the interpretation and meaning of various provisions in your lease or tenancy and how your position is affected by the extensive legislation which affects both long and short term type of leases.

Our Family Law Department specialises in divorce, separation, cohabitation, civil partnerships, private law children matters, domestic violence and all related issues, including financial settlements and we aim to offer sympathetic and practical advice to help you resolve issues as quickly and as painless as possible.

Our staff have considerable experience in dealing with all aspects of commercial and residential conveyancing. Whether you want to sell, buy, or lease property for business or personal reasons, we will expertly guide you through the process from start to finish.