If you would like to make a Will, or to discuss making a Will, it helps to prepare for the discussion. If you complete as much of this Checklist as you can and either send it to us or bring it with you when you come for your appointment.

If you would like to make a Will, or to discuss making a Will, it helps to prepare for the discussion. If you complete as much of this Checklist as you can and either send it to us or bring it with you when you come for your appointment.

There are many good reasons for making a will but here are 10 which demonstrate why it is so important.

Powers of Attorney and Guardianships are useful tools in aiding a party to deal with the affairs of another, whether it be paying bills, managing bank accounts or otherwise.

Simon Hurry considers a ground-breaking decision by the Guernsey Court of Appeal.

Simon Hurry reviews the new 2010 provisions in Jersey’s Health and Safety Law come into force, strengthening the island’s health and safety regulations for the benefit of both employers and employees.

Many couples choose to enjoy a relationship without the legal bond of marriage, and spend any number of years living together. People rarely consider what the terms of their financial arrangements will be if the relationship fails and the dream home becomes the centre of their nightmare. Carol Glendewar looks at the benfits of a cohabitaion agreement.

No-one starts a relationship thinking about what will happen if it ends. This article outlines why future planning may alleviate some of the upset and stress which usually accompanies a relationship breakdown.

A party to matrimonial proceedings is under a duty to give full and frank disclosure of his or her finances. Clare Nicolle and Alison Brown explain more about this issue.

In this article, David Dorgan, provides a brief overview of the most popular schemes, but also highlight the potential opportunities for Jersey trust companies.

A post-nuptial agreement is a contract between a husband and wife signed after they are married. The post-nuptial agreement is used to clarify and set out the financial arrangements which will be made should the marriage come to an end.

Retirement Annuity Trust Schemes (‘RATS’) have existed in Guernsey for some years and following a recent amendment to the Income (Jersey) Law 1964 (the ‘Law’), Jersey now offers the opportunity for Jersey residents to save for their retirement by way of a trust. David Dorgan explains.

Many benefits still exist for those who are resident in the UK but who have not acquired a UK domicile and are likely to continue, so the door may never completely close. We look at the challenges and opportunities for Jersey.

Most people will be familiar with pre-nuptial settlements, or ‘pre-nups’, from news stories about celebrity divorce cases. However, few will be familiar with the term ‘post-nuptial settlements’. Alison Brown sheds some light on the matter.

If you are a non-resident of Guernsey, and own either real property or have personal estate here, it is worth considering making a Guernsey Will for various reasons. Jason Green explains.