28 November 2023 Insight Why the ‘bona vacantia’ provisions might encourage a person to put a Will in place ‘Bona Vacantia’ (vacant goods) is what happens to assets on death if they are deemed to have no owner. Assets have no legal owner if a deceased died without a Will and without any of the types of blood relative listed in the intestacy provision. Our team of experts explains three different ways the assets could pass on in certain cases. Bookmark this page 4 min read
15 November 2023 Insight Probate delays – is there light at the end of the tunnel? At present, probate delays are frustrating, with paper applications taking anywhere from 5-8 months, and online applications taking 3-5 months. Bookmark this page 6 min read