When should you use a Probate Solicitor?
Deciding whether you need a probate solicitor largely depends on your individual circumstances. For example, if the deceased person had a small amount of money and owned little else, the process is much simpler, and you may be able to administer the estate yourself. If, however, the deceased person owned a property in their sole […]
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Don’t make writing a Will the last thing on your list
According to findings from the IRN’s biennial UK Wills & Probate Consumer Research Report, just 35% of adults surveyed have got round to making a Will. When asked why they have not yet written one, ‘I haven’t got round to it’ was cited as the most common answer. Sadly, this is not surprising as there […]
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‘Remember a Charity in Your Will’ Week
Once again, we’ll join our friends at Our Bury St Edmunds in celebrating everything our local business community has to offer during Independents Week (4 – 10 July 2022).
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Henrietta Brett celebrates full STEP membership
We’re delighted to announce that Wills and Probate Solicitor, Henrietta Brett, has become a member of The Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP).
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Three new appointments at Burnett Barker Solicitors
It has been a busy year to say the least and we’re delighted to welcome yet more legal talent to our Conveyancing, Family Law and Wills & Probate teams.
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Make a Will and help St Nicholas Hospice Care
Solicitors across West Suffolk and Thetford are offering to write or update Wills in return for a donation to St Nicholas Hospice Care instead of their usual fee, including us.
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What is an Executor and how do I choose who to appoint?
We explore the role of an Executor and why it is a good idea to have more than one.
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How to Leave a Gift to Charity in your Will
After you’ve carefully considered your loved ones, you may wish to leave a gift to a charity in your Will as part of your legacy. We discuss the benefits of doing so.
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Burnett Barker celebrates growth with four new hires
Burnett Barker Solicitors celebrates growth in business with four new appointments, including two new residential conveyancing solicitors, a probate executive and receptionist.
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How important is it to leave a digital legacy?
With the average number of social media and email accounts per person on the rise, now is a good time to think about how to leave a digital legacy.
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