News

Following a resolution passed at the Probate Section Annual conference, the Section has been renamed Private Client Section, to better reflect its work and the interests of its members

Posted: 09-07-2010

The Law Society Private Client Section's annual webinar programme is underway, running until the end of September. This year's webinars are only open to members, so if you are not a member, join now to attend

Posted: 01-06-2010

The Capital Gains Tax (CGT) increase announced in this week’s budget will mean trustees and personal representatives administering the estates of the deceased could feel the full brunt of the rise as gains made will be at risk of exposure to the new higher rate, warns the Law Society.

Posted: 01-08-2010

Posted: 30-03-2010

Announcements included changes to the Capital Gains Tax rate, personal tax allowance and pensions tax relief

Posted: 24-03-2010

This practice note considers in what circumstances the regulations will apply to contracts between solicitors and their clients, and explains the consequences if the regulations apply.

Posted: 15-03-2010

Jack Straw has decided to opt out of the proposed EU bill, fearing it will complicate inheritance laws for British citizens

Posted: 20-01-2010