HMRC’S Trust Register—Important Update
The TRS became available for use on 17 October 2017. Since then, there have been some important developments of which all practitioners will want to be aware. This post highlights the key changes.
The illusion of appearance – Sham Trusts
It is not the purpose of this article to conduct an academic investigation into the issues surrounding sham trusts but to draw attention to the subject. Not only have schemes been used by the [...]
Book review: Parker’s Will Precedents – Ninth edition
The aim of the authors was to bring Parker's Will Precedents (9th Ed) up to date in a time of unclear legislative climate due to the current economic and political uncertainty while being keen, [...]
Interpretation of a Handwritten (or Holographic) Will
The Testator had left a holographic Will, undated except for bearing the year 2012. It was signed but there was no attestation clause. Neither did it provide for the appointment of an executor. [...]
Everyday copyright – Making sure your firm is using content without risk of infringement
In this digital age, businesses of every kind are relying more than ever on having quick and easy access to published information, and law firms are no different. This information can be of [...]
