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Nurturing Your Tomorrow: Guiding Your Family's Legacy

PROTECT YOUR LEGACY: THE IMPORTANCE OF WILLS IN ESTATE PLANNING

A significant portion of adults in the UK, close to two-thirds, have not taken the step of preparing a Will outlining how they intend to distribute their assets upon their passing. This situation exposes them to unnecessary complications and potentially higher taxes due to the application of intestacy laws. Individuals who already possess a Will should consider periodic reviews, particularly during significant life events or as part of routine planning efforts. This ensures that the document remains up to date and accurately reflects their present desires.

SECURE YOUR FAMILY’S FUTURE WITH TIMELY ACTION. IMPORTANCE OF TRUST STRUCTURES AND AVOID POTENTIAL PITFALLS.

Trusts can be established either during your lifetime or arranged through your will to safeguard assets after your passing. These arrangements provide you with posthumous control over your assets. You can place money or property within a trust while still dictating how those assets are utilised. Trusts serve as protective shields for your assets, ensuring financial stability for your loved ones’ future. Trusts offer a solution to sidestep hefty inheritance taxes and facilitate the efficient passing on of your money, shares, and equity. Additionally, they offer security for individuals vulnerable due to disability, learning difficulties, or financial circumstances beyond their control.

Unlike a will, trusts offer intricate beneficiary allocation. For instance, a beneficiary can reside in a property, but if sold, the proceeds could benefit another. Trusts grant you the flexibility to secure your legacy exactly as you envision, down to the smallest detail.

With foresight and strategic planning, ensure that your legacy remains unshaken. Reach out to us for discreet, professional guidance and secure a legacy that withstands the test of time. Here are the key reasons to set up a trust.

• Make sure your children inherit at the right time, avoiding premature transfers and ensuring minors receive support, even if they can’t legally inherit.

• Assisting individuals who struggle to manage their finances effectively.
• Providing managed funds for your loved ones’ with mental health concerns or financial management challenges.

• Preserve your family’s wealth for your children and their children’s future.
• Safeguarding your family’s assets from unexpected challenges.
• Protecting against potential divorce, care home fees or bankruptcy threats.

• Smartly handle taxes with well-thought-out trust plans.

NAVIGATING ESTATE ADMINISTRATION WITH ARISTONE SOLICITORS

We are trusted by both family members and professional executors to handle a wide range of estates, from simple to complex, due to our sensitive yet practical approach during times of loss. Aristone Solicitors collaborates closely with accountants and advisors to guide executors and administrators through the estate administration journey, even for intricate and cross-border estates.

SCOPE OF LEGAL WORK

We provide comprehensive assistance throughout the estate administration process.

This support includes:

Streamlining the grant application process for a smoother procedure.
Arranging meticulous valuation of estate assets and liabilities.
Thoroughly determining the estate’s scope for probate and inheritance tax assessment.
Providing expert guidance on inheritance tax efficiency to optimise benefits and savings.
Formulating vital legal documentation for probate or letters of administration.
Collaborating with HMRC to ensure compliance with inheritance tax regulations.
Acquiring necessary tax clearance from HMRC for a seamless process.
Methodically resolving estate obligations and collecting assets.
Ensuring alignment of estate distribution with the stipulations of the Will or intestacy laws.
Skillfully drafting post-death deeds of variations and disclaimers to meet specific needs.

TYPICAL TIMELINE

Probate matters typically take 4-6 months on average to complete.

Securing grant of probate: 2 weeks
Asset collection: 2-3 months.
Distribution: 2-3 weeks.

ESTIMATED WORKLOAD

The estimated legal workload ranges from 20 to 30 hours. Kindly refer to our fees page for a transparent breakdown of costs.

RESEALING FOREIGN GRANT PROBATE SOLICITORS

In situations where an individual has passed away while domiciled or residing outside of England and Wales, it’s possible that the issued grant (or its foreign counterpart) might not inherently authorise the appointed personal representatives to administer assets situated within England and Wales.

ARISTONE SOLICITORS CAN ASSIST WITH:

Evaluating foreign documents to ascertain resealing eligibility.
Collaborating with foreign jurisdictions.
Formulating the resealing application, inheritance tax form, and coordinating with relevant HMRC.
Lodging the application with the probate registry on the personal representatives’ behalf.
Verifying the resealed document’s accuracy.
Gathering English and Welsh assets.
Distributing assets to the personal representatives or beneficiaries.

Read what our Clients Have to Say

At Aristone, we understand the priorities of our clients – – getting the job done, providing a stress-free experience, and managing costs effectively. Their testimonials and feedback are a testament to our commitment to excellence and our dedication to meeting these our clients’ needs.
   

    
 
 
         Kwong Harris 
 30 September 2023
 
 
  Highly recommendable.I am truly impressed , solicitor Emma got me back on track and boost my confidence especially my late husband died not long ago.
  
 
        Steve Royce 
 18 September 2023
 
 
  We had an appointment with Emma Brown to make a will. Emma immediately made us feel at ease, and thereby making what might have been a difficult and scary process seem easy and relaxing. We would both recommend her wholeheartedly. She had answers for all our questions and we now have that peace of mind that everything is taken care of when the time comes.
  
 
        Erika Manolo 
 10 August 2023
 
 
  Kuljit and Genevieve were very responsive to my queries. Friendly, professional and get things done quickly.
  
 
        James Pierce 
 28 July 2023
 
 
  Aristone Solicitors have been very nice to make a will with,
they are so friendly and care about their clients.
I recommend you make a will with them as soon as you can,
it is so easy, a pleasure with these professionals.
  
 
        Maria Garcia 
 22 July 2023
 
 
  My mother and I used Aristone Solicitors services for the preparation of a will under the March Free Will campaign and Emma Brown was extremely courteous, professional and helpful throughout. The process was explained thoroughly and the guidance paperwork we completed was very clear to understand. We were given a very warm welcome at their offices at the time of signing the will and Emma went above and beyond to ensure we understood everything clearly and we felt very well looked after. I wouldn't hesitate to use their services again.
  
 
        Stephen Cadwell 
 7 June 2023
 
 
  Emma Brown made the process very easy and was very effcient
  
 
        sunil G 
 27 February 2023
 
 
  Prompt and professional service.
Friendly staff.

Went to get a signature witnessed and they charged the appropriate amount.
  
 
        Ling Zhou 
 26 January 2023
 
 
  From my husband, Lindsey. All the team were kind, respectful and polite. Patrick Smith is very knowledgeable and professional and helped a great deal. Would certainly use them again.
  
 
        Graham Barlow 
 10 January 2023
 
 
  Aristone Solicitors were most understand, patient and professional when dealing with my very protracted and difficult divorce. They are now helping me with other personal legal affairs.

Frequently Asked Questions

What strategies do you recommend minimising inheritance tax?

By transferring funds or assets into a trust, subject to specific conditions, you release ownership. As a result, these assets could potentially be exempted from Inheritance Tax responsibilities upon passing, divorce asset distribution, bankruptcy or covering care home expenses.

What are your success rates?

We provide fixed standard fees for a select number of services, which are specified on our rates page. For other matters, the specific needs of the case will determine both the seniority of our team and the time required. We provide an estimate of these costs in a consultation with your solicitor.

How do I avoid probate?

Creating a Revocable Living Trust (RLT) sidesteps the high costs of probate proceedings, facilitating quicker asset transfer to beneficiaries. Assets named within the trust avoid the costly court route and often supersede those outlined in your will.

How do I protect my assets before marriage?

Acquired property prior to the marriage, through inheritance, or as a direct gift to one party during the marriage and solely titled in their name—are generally not subject to equitable distribution between spouses, unless particular circumstances dictate otherwise.

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What was once a necessity has now taken precedence. In light of the current circumstances and the impact of COVID-19, the occurrence of unforeseen deaths has heightened. This underscores the importance of now prioritising the creation of your will.