Making Law Simple: Legal Insights, Advice & Updates from UK Law Experts

Many attorneys think they can keep paying bills or use the donor’s bank account after death — but the moment they pass away, your Power of Attorney ends. Accounts should be frozen straight away, and only the executor can access funds. Even well-meaning payments can leave you personally liable. Learn why this rule exists and how to avoid costly mistakes.

Being an executor isn’t easy—avoid common pitfalls with expert help from Toucan Law. Call today for probate guidance and support!

"Do I need probate?" It depends on the estate's value and assets. Learn about UK bank probate thresholds and when probate is required.

Learn what to do when someone dies: register the death, arrange the funeral, secure assets, and manage digital accounts. Plan ahead today.

Avoid common executor mistakes like early asset distribution or tax errors. Toucan Law can guide you through estate administration.

Probate with a Will usually takes 6-12 months. Learn the steps, factors that affect timelines, and how to streamline the process effectively

Netflix's Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story highlights how murder affects inheritance under the Forfeiture Act.

Removing an executor or trustee requires valid grounds like misconduct, conflict of interest, or incapacity. Learn about the process

Discover how to track down unclaimed inheritance in the digital age and fulfill your duty as an executor with confidence.