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09 May 2025

Why Unmarried Parents in the UK Must Make a Will – A Vital Lesson in Light of Recent Tragedy

The recent publicity surrounding the death of Liam Payne has prompted many to reflect on life’s fragility—and how unprepared we often are for the unexpected. While the headlines focus on a high-profile loss, there’s a powerful lesson here for many families, especially those who are unmarried with young children: the urgent importance of having a valid will.

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09 May 2025

Liam Payne Died Without A Will In Place- What Are The Consequences?

The One Direction singer died after falling from a balcony in Argentina in 2024, however, he did not have a valid Will in place.

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03 Feb 2025

IPW Welcomes Government Decision To Retain Original Wills

After conducting a thorough public consultation that showed strong opposition to the destruction of original wills, the Ministry of Justice has decided to preserve them. This move has been supported by professionals in the field, highlighting the continued significance of these documents as legal, historical, and sentimental records.

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22 Oct 2024

IPW Collaboration With CTSI

The Institute of Professional Willwriters is delighted to announce that we will be working indefinitely in close collaboration with Chartered Trading Standards Institute (CTSI).

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16 Aug 2019

Article - The Probate Fees Unsuccessful Saga

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06 Jun 2019

The Importance Of Positive Testimonials And Unrivalled Expertise

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30 May 2019

Helping The One Million Estates On The Inheritance Tax Threshold

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23 May 2019

IPW Discuss Benefits Of Joining An Industry Organisation

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16 May 2019

Advising Clients On Effectively Using Will Trusts

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09 May 2019

Understanding The Issues Affecting Elderly Clients

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