Recent figures reported by UK Law firm Birketts show a significant rise in contentious probate cases in England. The trend has been linked to several factors, including complex family structures, an ...Read more
Executries
Waiting times at the Office of the Public Guardian Scotland: why early planning matters
The Office of the Public Guardian (Scotland) plays an essential role in protecting adults who may need support with managing their financial affairs or welfare decisions. It deals with a wide range of ...Read more
Do you need a solicitor when a loved one dies?
Dealing with legal matters when a loved one dies can be complicated. It is common to appoint a solicitor to deal with a deceased person’s estate. Doing so will relieve you of some stress at what is ...Read more
What can you do if executors don’t agree?
Dealing with the loss of a loved one can be an emotional and stressful time. At a time like this, you need the winding up of their estate to be as simple and straightforward as possible. But ...Read more
Can an executor inherit from a will?
When someone dies, there is an important distinction to be made between the roles of executor and beneficiary in relation to the deceased person’s estate. Understanding this distinction will answer ...Read more
As executor, can I sell the house or buy it myself?
If you have been appointed as the executor to someone who has died owning property in Scotland, you may be wondering what you can do with the property. As executor, can you sell the house? And would ...Read more