When is the Right Time to Make My Will?
Discover why having a Will is crucial in Northern Ireland and learn when the right time is to create or update one, covering key life events and legal considerations to protect your loved ones and assets
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How Changing Inheritance Tax Rules Affect Farmers in Northern Ireland
Learn how proposed changes to Inheritance Tax rules, including a £1 million cap on relief, could impact farmers in Northern Ireland and how McPartland & Sons Solicitors can help you mitigate these risks.
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The Dangers of Making a DIY Will
There are dangers involved in creating a DIY will. Understand the importance of consulting a solicitor for expert guidance to ensure your estate is properly planned and administered.
The Stages of Applying for Probate in Northern Ireland
A guide to the stages of applying for probate in Northern Ireland, from providing essential information on gathering documents through to administering the estate.
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Is a Copy of a Will Legally Binding? Understanding Its Validity and Implications
Wondering whether a copy of a will holds legal weight? Explore the legal requirements, potential challenges, and steps to ensure your final wishes are upheld.
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Will Writing Myth Busters
Are Wills just for older people, and won’t your partner inherit everything if you die? These are just some of the myths we bust in our blog.
What is important to include in a will?
If you want to be sure your wishes are met after you die, then you must have a will. A will is the only way to make sure your savings and possessions (your estate) go to the people and causes that you care for. What needs to be included in a will? Value your estate.
How to help a poorly relative manage their will
Arranging to formally manage a relative’s money for them is a big step for both of you. For them, it means giving up control and putting trust in someone else with their money and their decisions. For you, it means taking on the responsibility of family financials, it isn’t something to be done lightly. It
Who can be appointed as your Power of Attorney?
A Power of Attorney is a legal document giving someone else the authority to take actions or make decisions on your behalf. It enables you to choose a person/ or people (called an attorney) to deal with your property, money, and other affairs. Who can be a Power of Attorney? The appointed person is known as
The Law on Contesting a Will
When a member of your family, a close friend or loved one passes away and you believe there is a discernible error within their will left behind, or that it has not been correctly implemented, then you could have a valid reason to legally contest the contents of their will in court. The process of