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Rix & Kay Partner named one of the most influential private wealth lawyers in Kent
Bruce Clarke, Partner and Head of Private Client at Rix & Kay has been named one of the most influential private wealth law lawyers in…
Can I appoint a lawyer to act as a deputy, attorney or executor?
Can I appoint a lawyer to act as a deputy, attorney or executor? The roles of deputy, attorney and executor are very important and come…
Who applies for Probate if there are multiple Executors?
Who applies for Probate if there are multiple Executors? A testator (the individual who writes the will) chooses who they want as the executor of…
What evidence is used to judge testamentary capacity?
What evidence is used to judge testamentary capacity? When we consider evidence for testamentary capacity, we often have to weigh up a slew of different…
Rix & Kay Announces Relocation of West Kent Office to Enhance Hybrid Working Environment
Hadlow, Kent – Rix & Kay, a leading legal firm, has announced the relocation of its West Kent office to new premises in Hadlow. The…
Do I need to register a trust with HMRC?
If you are a Trustee, then it is likely that you will now need to register the trust with HMRC. If the trust is liable…
What problems can occur with free Will-writing services?
Hopefully we all know the importance of having a Will in place to ensure our estate goes to those we wish to receive it. It…
As a beneficiary of an estate, how can I remove an executor?
Once a grant of probate has been issued, it is necessary to apply to the court under section 50 of the Administration of Justice Act…
What happens if the Executor in a Will has died?
Under the terms of someone’s Will, they will appoint the person (or people) they wish to act as their Executors. An Executor is the person…