It's a 'Wonderful Life'
Welcome to Morton Fraser's blog for Individuals and Families.
I'm Sue Hunter, Head of Services for Individuals and Families at Morton Fraser.
People are often amazed at the range of advice and support our team of experts can provide, and are regularly surprised that a life of law is far from all doom and gloom! This blog offers information and guidance on some of the legal issues which you may need to think about at the different stages in your life, some obvious and some not so obvious. From time to time I will post guest blogs, and I hope that you, too, will join the conversation and post comments as we go.
As ever, these blogs may inspire your thoughts on how to support a friend or family member as much as yourself - I would genuinely love to hear from you about any scenarios you would like us to explore as you, your friends or your family navigate life's different stages, situations, opportunities and choices.
Home and Away
I always love a reference to the days of being able to catch episodes of Home and Away between classes at university, but the closest I get these days is when it involves looking at the new statutory residence test about to be enacted in the UK.
By: Julie McMahon
Published: 14 May 2013
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The Devil in the Detail
Having read some more of the small print in the Finance Bill 2013, I notice a change that may come as a surprise to some business owners...
By: Julie McMahon
Published: 1 May 2013
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Don't wait until you need a "Big Slipper" before you get a Power of Attorney
I am saddened to read reports that my favourite comedian, Billy Connolly, was struggling to remember his jokes during a recent live gig - but it did remind me of how important it is for everyone to have a Power of Attorney in place.
By: Julie McMahon
Published: 24 Apr 2013
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Budget 2013: How will it affect Inheritance Tax and overseas domiciled spouses/civil partners?
Inheritance Tax charges in the UK depend on domicile, i.e. where an individual has their permanent home, or intends to permanently settle.
By: Donna Brennan
Published: 21 Mar 2013
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Self Directed Support - The Right Direction
People in need of support should have an informed choice and decide how much control over their support they wish to have.
By: Julie McMahon
Published: 4 Feb 2013
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No Oscar for Estate Planning
As the 12 times Oscar nominated movie "Lincoln" opens in the UK I went online to find out when it is showing at the local cinema...
By: Julie McMahon
Published: 24 Jan 2013
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Do you have the Will power for a successful 2013?
Julie McMahon looks at an alternative new year's resolution for 2013
By: Julie McMahon
Published: 8 Jan 2013
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New Year Honours: Gongs and UK Nationaility Law
Could Sir Sean Connery or Count Dracula use their titles abroad? Immigration specialist Jamie Kerr explores the New Year Honours list.
By: Jamie Kerr
Published: 3 Jan 2013
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Granny's rights
Child welfare issues rarely seem to be out of the news these days and the rights of grandparents to maintain contact with grandchildren seems to be continuing to exercise a significant part of the community.
By: Leonard Mair
Published: 8 Nov 2012
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Wills for Complex Families
Gone are the days when the typical client seeking a Will was married (once) with 2.4 children. Although many clients continue to fit this profile, increasing divorce and re-marriage rates mean that a good number have more complex family circumstances.
By: Morna Coutts
Published: 10 Sep 2012
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