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5 days ago · Managing testamentary expenses is a crucial part of estate administration. At DLS Solicitors, we understand the complexities of handling these expenses and the importance of ensuring they are properly accounted for and settled.
4 days ago · 1. It is a common misconception that legal costs arising from probate litigation are automatically ordered out of the deceased’s Estate. The general rules in CPR Part 44 apply as they do in all ...
1 day ago · 8 July, 2024. Contentious probate refers to legal disputes in concerning the administration of a deceased’s estate. The most common kind of dispute is where a beneficiary contests the validity of a will. There are many reasons why a beneficiary may contest a will, such as perceived unfairness, undue influence, or manipulation of the deceased ...
49 minutes ago · A testamentary trust (also referred to as a will trust) offers greater control over estate planning and distribution to beneficiaries compared to simple wills. A testamentary trust is as a trust established by a will, the benefits being: maximum flexibility; better asset protection from third parties; and. tax planning advantages.
1 day ago · Preparing and lodging Probate and or Letters of Administration (if necessary). Realising all assets in the estate. Disbursing the estate in accordance with the terms of the Will. To get started, give us a call on 1300 224 828 or you can send an enquiry through our contact form here and let us make it easy for you!
1 day ago · A testamentary trust is usually set up to care for loved ones who cannot receive bequests directly or manage funds themselves, e.g. minor children, individuals with mental or physical disabilities, widows who are not accustomed to managing household finances, etc. Depending on purpose, there are different types of testamentary trusts, e.g ...
4 days ago · Probate costs: those who have shewn good cause? 5th July 2024. 3PB Barristers’ (3 Paper Buildings) expert commercial, costs and property law barrister Cheryl Jones and pupil barrister Jack Felvus have written on the relevance of Part 36 offers in the legal costs arising from probate litigation. In the article, Cheryl and Jack look at the ...
