The quip ‘Where’s there’s a will there’s a relative’ is popular with comedians, eager to poke fun at relatives seemingly coming out of the woodwork to find out if they’ve benefited from an inheritance.
Of course there’s a serious side, with Cambridge law firm Stone King knowing that it’s hard enough dealing with the death of a loved one without the added stress of managing the legal aspects.
It makes sense to leave your affairs in order so loved ones can negotiate their way through legalities more easily at what can be a very difficult time.
When Aretha Franklin died last month she left no will, despite apparently being advised that she needed one.
This means her four sons and other family members face the task of finding out how much the Queen of Soul’s assets are worth, in what could prove to be a long process.
In fact, you don’t need to be wealthy to make a will and Stone King will help guide you through the legal responsibilities, with expert advice on probate, or administering an estate.
September 10 sees the start of Remember A Charity In Your Will week and should you want to leave a legacy, then this can be included.
Sone King's probate and estates services can help you with all aspects of probate law, including wills, trusts, intestacy (where no will has been made) and preparing forms to apply for a Grant of Probate or Letters of Administration.
The team can also help you with registering a death, arranging a funeral, inheritance tax and HM Revenue and Customs and notifying insurance companies, pension services, utility companies and banks.
Its experienced probate solicitors can advise you on every step of the process, to make sure all your legal responsibilities are covered.
For more please contact Stone King on 01223 351000