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Posted: 16 February

Why should I use a Lifetime Lawyer? Our Carly Dartnell is a proud Accredited Lifetime Lawyer. They’re some of the most qualified specialists in the country in helping you make decisions and plans for the future. Here’s some of...

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What is a Deed of Variation?

Posted: 19 September

A Deed of Variation is a legal document which allows beneficiaries of a Will to amend the distribution of the Will or, in the case of intestacy, change the application of the intestacy rules to the estate. Reasons to...

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****FULLY BOOKED**** Will Aid 2023 is now OPEN!

Posted: 30 August

What is Will Aid? Will Aid is a fundraising campaign run by nine leading UK charities throughout the month of November. THB Solicitors have been taking part for over 10 years and are delighted to have raised over £20,000...

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10 Reasons to Make Will

Posted: 04 July

A Last Will and testament is a legal document which allows you to decide what should happen to the assets of your estate when you die. Yet research, undertaken by Royal London in 2021, indicates that only 40% of...

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A guide to making a Will

Posted: 24 January

A Will is the only way to ensure that your property and loved ones are protected upon your death around 58% of adults do not have a current, valid will. Without one, the Government directs, in a strict specified...

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Will Aid 2022 is now OPEN!

Posted: 01 September

What is Will Aid? Will Aid is a fundraising campaign run by nine leading UK charities. How does it work? Each year THB Solicitors helps raise money for Will Aid by writing Wills, for free, in exchange for a...

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The Trust Registration Service (TRS) & it’s deadline 1 September 2022.

Posted: 29 August

What is it? The UK Trust Registration Service (‘TRS’) is a register of the beneficial ownership of trusts. The service, first introduced in 2017, is aimed at tackling money laundering, serious crime and terrorist financing.  The 2017 TRS only...

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Inheritance tax – The Importance of Lifetime Planning

Posted: 14 July

HMRC Recent Figures…. It was recently revealed by the HM Revenue & Customs that Inheritance Tax receipts during April 2022 totalled an eye-watering £0.5 billion. This is £10 million higher than during the same period in 2021. This soar...

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THB Solicitors Recognised by Willaid

Posted: 18 June

Each year THB Solicitors helps to raise money for Willaid by writing wills for free in exchange for a charitable donation to Willaid. THB Solicitors have been participating in Willaid since 2012 and since that time we have managed...

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Update your Will

Posted: 18 June

Update Your Will Week 2024, is held from 4th to 10th March. It’s a timely reminder to review your current Will and check it still reflects your wishes. This will give you peace of mind that your loved ones...

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Non-Accidental Injury and Care Proceedings

What happens after Children’s Services becomes involved? Following a referral to Children’s Services in...

- 22 April 2024

Straightforward Employee Solutions:

How our Solicitors ensure clarity in settlement agreements Settlement Agreements are pivotal in resolving...

- 11 April 2024

Seizure and Retention of Property in Criminal Investigations and Proceedings.

Police powers in relation to seizure and retention of property concerning a police investigation...

- 14 March 2024