When an alter ego trust might be right for your client
That happened over two decades ago, when alter ego trusts and joint partner trusts were first introduced. These…
William’s expression of his ‘quiet faith’ is not a Damascene flash, but he has a clear-headed grasp of reality
Back in 1994, there was trepidation within the Church of England after Prince Charles told an ITV documentary…
Three common things retirees should remove from their wills
Wills play a critical role in deciding how your assets (estate) are distributed after you die. Yet just…
When a registered will faces judicial scrutiny
Answer: Courts place estates under judicial supervision during succession disputes to prevent dissipation, misappropriation, or irreversible alteration of…
Death before distribution, B.C. court rules
In a decision handed down in February 2025, the lower court ruled — based on its interpretation of…
We were hit with a £148k inheritance tax bill when mum died at 97
When Jill Lemon’s mother died earlier this year, as well as dealing with the grief, she had to…
Institute proposes RM1,000 tax relief for wills, trusts, estate-planning services in Budget 2026 wishlist
Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Threads WhatsApp Telegram See says these measures are not just for the wealthy group. KUCHING…
Lawyers urge Australians to ensure valid will in place as house prices rise
A will can offer peace of mind for families before the death of a loved one, but the…