Reporting Concerns About How A Person With Power Of Attorney Is Handling Someone’s Affairs: When and How

Last week, STEP (The Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners) responded to the House of Commons Justice Committee’s enquiry into the Probate Service in England and Wales. STEP found that many bereaved families were waiting more than 11 months for Probate to be granted and the waiting times have almost…

Yesterday, the BBC published an article regarding ‘Willie’s Law’. A man named William Johnston, whilst being terminally ill in hospital, signed a contract which signed away a significant amount of assets to his business partner. Two weeks later he told his family that he had no memory of signing this…

Cohabiting Couples in Scotland With an increased number of couples choosing to live together unmarried, some with no intention of ever getting married or entering into a civil partnership, it is important to know how cohabiting couples are viewed in the eyes of Scots Law. In Scots Law cohabitees are seen…

At Jones Whyte, we understand that estate planning can be a sensitive topic, but it is an essential part of financial planning to ensure that your loved ones are provided for after your passing. A recent case in the news highlights the importance of having a clear and up-to-date plan…