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9th May 2025

Liam Payne Dies Intestate: Why Making a Will is Crucial for Certainty and Control

News of Liam Payne’s untimely death shocked fans across the world. But beyond the sadness and tributes lies a potential legal tangle that could take years to unravel: it’s been confirmed that Liam died without leaving a will. Vijay Singh explains...

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A Transformative Two Weeks at Thomas Flavell & Sons Solicitors

As a final-year law student on the JD Pathway at the University of Leicester, I have always sought experiences that challenge me, inspire me and bring me closer to the legal profession I am working so hard to enter.

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6th May 2025

Pope Francis, Unexpected Wealth, and Why Your Will Needs an Update

When most of us think of Pope Francis, we think of humility, simplicity, and a deep commitment to service - not personal wealth. Head of our Private Client department Vijay Singh explains the importance of estate planning in times of changing wealth.

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29th April 2025

Inheritance Tax Changes: A Challenge for Farmers and Family Businesses

From April 2026, changes to Business Property Relief and Agricultural Property Relief may make passing down family farms and businesses much harder for future generations. Chartered Legal Executive Kate Deathridge explains the changes.

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14th February 2025

The Road to Qualification: My Training Journey at Thomas Flavell & Sons

Zara is a trainee solicitor at TFS having started her training contract in December 2023. She is due to qualify as a solicitor in the Private Client team in June 2025. Her route to qualification as a solicitor has followed the ‘traditional’ path.

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11th February 2025

Getting Your Life Admin in Order: What Paperwork You Need to Store

Was your New Year's Resolution to get your life admin up to date? Not quite achieved it yet? Let’s face it - life admin isn’t the most exciting thing to tackle, but getting your paperwork in order can save you and your loved ones a lot of stress.

Read article by Lucy Worrall

31st January 2025

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