Who inherits if there is no will? It is estimated that as many as 30 million people across the UK do not have a will. Losing somebody close to you is a difficult enough time for anybody, but if that person dies without leaving a will, it can cause additional distress...
What is inheritance tax? Inheritance tax is a tax that sometimes has to be paid on a person's estate after they have died. Because talking about death is uncomfortable for many of us we don’t tend to dwell on it, but have you thought about what happens to your assets...
Do I need to use a lawyer for probate? When somebody close to you dies, dealing with their affairs can be a challenging task. And if you have been left in charge of sorting out somebody’s property, money and possessions after they’ve passed away, then the chances are...
Probate is the legal process that you have to go through before you can deal with a person’s assets after they die. It is possible to deal with probate yourself, and when a will is simple and the person dealing with it is confident with the probate process and various...
Cartridges Law is pleased to announce that we will be supporting Age UK Exeter with a special fundraising initiative. We have been advocates of the charity over many years and see first-hand the vital work it does for older people. As with many organisations, Age UK...
We are currently facing a global pandemic which has made people think about their family's long term health and financial security - even members of our own team have suddenly thought "oh yes, a will might be a good idea!" Many people are understandably concerned and...
Can you write your own will? Why do I need a will anyway? And how do you apply for probate? Our specialist Wills and Probate lawyers answer all your questions. If you need help or advice about writing a will or dealing with probate, contact us for a free initial...
Legal Aid has been the undervalued and neglected third pillar of the welfare state for years and years. Compare with public perception of health and education – for example, the majority of parliament seem to agree that NHS and education are valuable – access to...
Cartridges Law have welcomed the Government’s decision to scrap its plan to increase probate fees.
As a litigator of many years standing, I’m afraid meeting people who are distressed, worried or in pain is part of my job. After all, I’m supposed to be here to make things get better. It’s always particularly difficult when you meet someone who, on top of all...
Changes to the way probate fees are paid are due to be introduced in April. Many people are unaware how this will impact those who have limited cash resources. Until these reforms, everyone had to pay a flat rate of £215, or £155 if they were applying through a...