Category: Law

The HM Courts and Tribunals Service (HMCTS) Reform Programme, initiated to modernise the UK’s court and tribunal systems, is drawing to a close after nine years. The programme has made…

A significant legal development unfolded as the High Court issued a freezing order against the non-lawyer owner of a law firm previously closed by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA). This…

In a significant move to enhance charitable giving, Isleworth-based Will Power Estate Protection has partnered with Cancer Research UK. This collaboration aims to underscore the importance of legacies in wills,…

The Law Society of England and Wales has expressed strong support for the government’s recent proposal to increase legal aid fees. This development marks the most significant rate hike in…

A recent poll conducted by Will Aid reveals a significant shift in public opinion concerning the UK’s intestacy laws. The survey indicates that 65% of Britons support reforming these laws…

A prominent City law firm has received judicial approval to proceed with a legal case initially taken on from former clients, a move that may help avert a potential professional…

The UK Treasury has reported a significant surge in inheritance tax (IHT) receipts, reaching £7 billion between April 2024 and January 2025. This marks an increase of £700 million compared…

Law firms are increasingly recognising the necessity of a digital-first mindset to ensure long-term success and sustainability. In a recent episode of the Build Better Habits webinar series, industry experts…

A recent survey has unveiled a startling statistic: nearly 60% of UK adults have not prepared a will. Conducted by JMW Solicitors, the survey polled 1,097 individuals across the nation,…