News
Campaigners call for tougher laws to protect Stalking Victims
16th May 2012There are currently as many as 120,000 cases of stalking in the UK every year. However, only 2% of the 53,000 cases that are reported to the Police end in criminal convictions. [read more]
Legal Services Board calls for further regulations
15th May 2012Some people may call the United Kingdom a Nanny State, subject to too much red-tape and legislation to understand or to have to consider. However much this may be true in some areas, in the area of will-writing there are calls from professional bodies for further regulation to be put in place to protect consumers. [read more]
Dispute over control
15th May 2012The Court of Appeal has recently given judgment in an anticipated case, providing an important authority on a partys obligation to disclose documents within their control in accordance with the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR). [read more]
Succession Planning and Tax Issues
With the large increase in property prices in recent years, tax planning has become a major focus. Many are concerned about inheritance tax or death duties. We help parents pass on wealth to their children by rearranging their Will and minimising the tax implications.
We can also advise on effective planning to try and minimise the effects of paying for care in old age or ill health.
We would be happy to work closely with your accountants and financial advisers to help minimise the tax liability in your estate and to plan effectively for you and your family’s future.
If you are involved in agriculture or the farming industry we can advise you on planning your affairs to minimise the inheritance tax on your estate. We can also advise on the implications of any property tax applicable upon sale/purchase of property.
For more information please complete our Enquiry Form call us direct on 01245 228122 or email privateclient@gepp.co.uk
Private Client (Wills, Probate and Trusts) Team
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Claire Buttress
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Danny Carter
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Louise Stradling
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Susan Young
