By Legal Futures Associate Title Research
2022 has been an eventful year for the legal industry; there have been reform proposals, service changes, and guidance updates, among other things. In their latest blog, Title Research recaps the year by summarising ten of the industry news stories that they’ve been following throughout 2022. The topics include:
- Inheritance Tax reporting changes for excepted estates
- Probate fee increase
- Extension of video Will witnessing
- Digital Devices (Access for Next of Kin) Bill
- Guidance changes on financial Lasting Power of Attorneys
- The Mental Capacity Act 2005 (MCA) Code of Practice proposed changes
- Dormant asset funding consultation
- Arbitration Act 1996 reform proposals
- Trust registration service changes
- Reintroduction of annual exercise for non-practising Solicitors
Title Research provides a range of genealogical research and asset repatriation services for legal professionals. Their services are designed to streamline the estate administration process, take the effort out of locating the correct people or assets, and mitigate the risk of future disputes or complications. If you have any questions about genealogical research, asset repatriation, or how you can work with Title Research, call them on 0345 87 27 600 or email info@titleresearch.com.
