Trust, Wills and Probate Archives | Sills & Betteridge Solicitors

It is never too early to make a Will

Former One Direction star Liam Payne's untimely death highlights the importance of estate planning. Probate documents show that with a £24 million fortune and no Will, Liam's estate will be handled according to the intestacy rules. This means his son will inherit everything, and his ex-partner Cheryl Tweedy will manage the estate alongside another individual. However, this might not reflect Liam's wishes, particularly regarding his partner, Kate Cassidy, and other family members.

McClures Family Protection Trusts – Are You One of the Thousands Affected?

McClures Solicitors, a firm of solicitors originally based in Scotland, went into administration in 2021. Since then, concerns have been raised over problems arising from the legal work completed by the firm.

The Impact of the 2024 Budget on Your Estate Planning

The latest UK budget introduced several measures that may significantly impact your estate planning, with implications for Inheritance Tax (IHT), Capital Gains Tax (CGT) and pension transfers. These changes may affect the way you manage your estate, make tax-efficient transfers to beneficiaries, or utilise reliefs and exemptions effectively.

Celebrating 2 Years at Fieldside, Thorne!

Sills & Betteridge Incorporating Bridge Sanderson Munro are marking 2 years since their relocation from Finkle Street to Fieldside this month, with an invitation to local charities to apply for a donation.

Success for Thorne Trail-Blazer at Prestigious National Awards Ceremony

Apprentice Solicitor Madison Earl claimed an incredible victory earlier this month in the fiercely - competed ‘One to Watch Practitioner’ category of the British Wills & Probate Awards.

World Alzheimer’s Month – September 2024

Alzheimer's disease is a type of dementia – which affects 1 million people in the UK. Given the prevalence of dementia in an ageing population you may wish to consider protecting yourself, your assets and your loved ones by making plans for the future.