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Preparing your family business for the unexpected: creating an Emergency Board Plan
Many family business owners in the UK
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Transitioning your family business: a guide to letting go and moving forward
The grit and determination that often drive
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I want to help my child buy a house, what do I need to consider?
The Bank of Mum and Dad – sometimes
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I want to give money to my family, friend or a charity. What do I need to know?
Many people decide they would like to make
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How to set up your digital accounts so that your loved ones can access them if you’re not able to
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I’m getting divorced. Do I need to revise my Power of Attorney?
If you are one of the nearly 100,000 couples getting divorced every...
I’d like to give money to my family or charity before I die. What’s the best way to do this?
Here are some of the most common questions from our clients about how...
‘One day, all this will be yours’: passing on the family farm
It can be a very proud moment for a parent to look around a farm and...
Laws that protect vulnerable people in Jersey
In Jersey, two laws brought into force in recent years have radically...
Do I need a prenuptial or postnuptial agreement?
Family Court judges have wide discretion as to the division of assets...
Who should I choose to be my attorney?
No one knows what's going to happen in the future, and it can be...
How do I make decisions for my disabled child?
Until a disabled child reaches the age of 18, parents (in most cases)...
Divorce and the effect on wills in Scotland
Finalising a divorce is a vital time to bring your personal affairs...
Why is HMRC investigating my deceased relative’s tax affairs?
When a person dies, their relatives have to deal with the...
I am getting re-married – will my children still inherit?
Last updated: May 2026
Many people don’t know...
Can you change a will after someone has died?
Following the death of a friend or loved one, it may be necessary or...
How do I make an Enduring Power of Attorney?
While the benefits of drawing up a will are widely known, making...
Why make a Lasting Power of Attorney?
A leaflet explaining the main reasons why you may want to make a...
Who should I appoint as my child’s guardian?
If you die and your child is under 18 then it is common for the...
Will my power of attorney be recognised abroad?
If you are moving abroad, you should consider whether any planning...
Getting divorced? Make sure you review your will
With all the other issues to think about when going through a...
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