When someone dies intestate, without a will, and no-one claims the estate, all governments have procedures for distributing the assets. In the UK, the crown is the final possible recipient if no other potential beneficiaries exist.  Once the estate has passed to the...

Barney Bubble, punk artist and graphic designer was once described as "the missing link between pop and Culture".  The 80s artist is back in the news, as he becomes the newest artist to be donated to the UK public in an inheritance tax alternative payment.  The UK AiL...

As many of you know, you can specify your funeral wishes in your will.  It must be understood that these are wishes, they are not legally binding.  Sometimes, your body may have been interred or cremated before the will is found.  So if you have a vision of your final...

"I have nothing to leave", "my wife gets it all anyway, right?", "I am only (insert any age), I don't need too yet", "I don't care what happens after I die". These, and a myriad of other reasons, are common responses when I ask people if they have a will.  Many people...

As a child were you promised a family heirloom by a doting grandparent?  Perhaps a wedding or engagement ring or a medal?  Do you want your jewelry or sporting memorabilia to be enjoyed by your grandchildren or extended family? You may still be entitled to that...