Wills
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A DNA-CPR form states that Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) is not to be performed on you if your heart has stopped beating. CPR is an emergency procedure used to restart your...
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The current COVID-19 outbreak is posing a global challenge causing uncertainty for both businesses and individuals. During such a time it is only natural to wonder what may happen in...
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In these strange times of COVID-19, many people are considering the possibility that they may require serious medical treatment as a result of having the disease. Not everyone will want...
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Ashtons Legal is doing its best to be innovative and adaptable in meeting the needs of our clients. We are able to offer virtual appointments using video conferencing via Microsoft...
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From 6 April 2020, there will be a ‘seismic change’ [John Bunker, Chair of CIOT’s Private Client UK Committee] in how tax is paid on residential property. All UK residents...
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From 6 February 2020, spouses or civil partners will be able to inherit up to £270,000 if their partner dies without leaving a valid Will. The official name for this...
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A recent high profile case (Scarle v Scarle) has shown the importance of succession planning, particularly in cases of second marriages or cohabitation where a joint approach should be considered....
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Ashtons is delighted to announce that Sophie Newman has qualified as a solicitor with the firm following completion of her training contract. Sophie undertook a two-year training contract which saw...
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The Mental Capacity Act 2005 is a set of laws that were passed by Parliament, which are designed to protect and give power to vulnerable people who lack the mental...
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A Will is one of the most important documents anyone can make. It lets people know what you want to happen to your money, possessions and property after you die...
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After a hugely successful first year, Ashtons has this month relaunched its Wills Year initiative where a donation for each Will completed in an entire year will be donated to...
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Distributing the estate of a deceased person is a challenge that often results in legal wrangles between family and friends, especially if they feel that they haven’t been included in...
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