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Private Client Guidance from Gavin Edmondson Solicitors
Our Private Client blog offers practical guidance on legal matters that affect individuals and families at key stages of life. From wills and estate planning to powers of attorney and inheritance issues, these articles are designed to help you understand your options and plan with confidence.
Written by experienced solicitors, our Private Client guidance focuses on clarity, foresight, and peace of mind. Whether you are planning for the future or dealing with the administration of an estate, our aim is to make private client law easier to understand and navigate.
We publish regular guidance on a range of private client topics, including wills, probate, lasting powers of attorney, estate administration, and inheritance considerations. Our articles reflect current law and best practice in England and Wales, with an emphasis on practical, real-world decision-making.
If you would like tailored advice, our Private Client solicitors are available to provide clear, personal guidance based on your individual needs.
Understanding Mixed Trusts: A Legal Guide
Discover how Mixed Trusts combine fixed and discretionary elements to offer flexibility and control in estate planning. Learn their benefits, tax implications, and uses in the UK.
READ MOREUnderstanding Interests In Possession Trusts: A Legal Guide
Learn how Interest in Possession Trusts work, their tax implications, and key benefits for estate planning and wealth preservation in the UK. Read our expert guide now.
READ MOREUnderstanding Discretionary Trusts: A Legal Guide
Discover the benefits of discretionary trusts in the UK. Learn how they offer flexibility, asset protection, and tax advantages for estate planning and wealth management.
READ MOREUnderstanding Accumulation Trusts: A Legal Guide
An Accumulation Trust helps grow and protect wealth for future generations. Discover its benefits, tax considerations, and how it fits into estate planning.
READ MOREContested Probate: A Legal Guide
Facing a will dispute? Learn the key grounds for contested probate in the UK, the legal process, and how to protect your estate from costly disputes.
READ MOREUnderstanding Mirror Wills: A Simple And Effective Estate Planning Solution For Couples
Mirror Wills offer couples a straightforward way to protect each other and their loved ones. Discover how they work and why they’re a popular choice.
READ MOREUnderstanding Deputyship Orders: A Legal Guide
Learn what a Deputyship Order is, when it’s needed, and how to apply. This legal guide explains the process of obtaining a Court of Protection order to manage a loved one’s affairs.
READ MOREThe Difference Between A Lasting Power Of Attorney And A Deputyship Order
Not sure whether you need an LPA or a Deputyship Order? This guide explains the key differences, benefits, and legal requirements of both, helping you make an informed decision for yourself or a loved one.
READ MOREApplying for Probate: UK Guide to Process & Tax
Understand probate, when it’s required, and how to apply. Get expert help from Gavin Edmondson Solicitors to manage estates efficiently.
READ MOREProbate With a Will: UK Guide to Grant of Probate Process
Learn how to apply for probate with a will. Understand executor roles, application steps, and managing estates with expert advice from Gavin Edmondson Solicitors.
READ MOREProbate Without a Will: UK Guide to Letters of Administration
Learn how to apply for probate without a will. Follow intestacy rules, check eligibility, and avoid disputes with expert guidance from Gavin Edmondson Solicitors.
READ MOREHow Much Does An Estate Have To Be Worth To Go To Probate (Or Letters Of Administration) In The UK?
Probate is required when an estate exceeds £5,000, but the rules aren’t always the same. Learn more about when probate is needed and how to navigate the process.
READ MOREHow Long After Probate is Granted Does It Take to Receive Inheritance?
Once probate is granted, it typically takes 6 months or years to receive your inheritance, depending on factors like estate complexity and creditor claims.
READ MOREWhat is Next of Kin?
Next of Kin is a common phrase, but what does it actually mean in UK law? In this blog, we explain the meaning and implications it holds.
READ MOREWhat are the grounds for contesting a Will?
In today's blog, we explore the grounds for contesting a Will in the UK, how to contest it, and what happens after probate.
READ MORESolicitor Will Writing Guide
Ensure your Will is drafted correctly by a solicitor. Learn about executors, updates, and storage. Get peace of mind with expert guidance.
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