Personal Matters

  This is a question that often concerns parents when they are contemplating separation. The answer very much depends on whether what a child wants to happen is in their best interests. Every family is different, in some families, the...

In this article, Elina Topham reveals why some lifetime gifts fail to reduce Inheritance Tax and why careful consideration is essential to ensure such gifts achieve their intended effect. Those who are keen to reduce their Inheritance Tax (IHT) liability,...

Matthew Insley explains the importance of preparing a Will and some common misconceptions if you have a partner and you die without a Will. It should come as no surprise that a Will is an important legal document which serves...

As we approach the Christmas period, there is always a flurry of activity and a never ending “to do list”. We all rush towards the Christmas break, trying to complete Christmas shopping, attend school plays, get the tree up and...

  About Me… I completed both my undergraduate and master’s degrees at Nottingham Law School. Whilst at University I was a member of the equestrian society. I’m passionate about supporting domestic abuse victim-survivors, and I joined Resolution’s Economic Abuse Working...

The Wills and Probate team at Ellis-Fermor and Negus are entering an exciting new chapter, as Luke Smyth is passed the baton from our retired Director, Duncan Lyon. The handover to Luke has been a carefully managed transition, ensuring clients...

Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPA) registration fees are set to rise on Monday 17th November 2025 to £92 per document! LPAs are important legal documents where you appoint people who you trust to make decisions on your behalf. Sometimes people...

Ellis-Fermor & Negus are very happy to welcome Lauren West, a new addition to the Residential Property team. Lauren will be based at the West Bridgford office. Lauren is a Residential Conveyancer with over 10 years’ experience working in both...

The Autumn 2024 budget proposes significant changes to inheritance tax (IHT) which will have a major impact on estate planning. These changes are greater than any seen in the last decade and their wide scope means many of us will...

The imminent arrival of a new year can often bring some renewed focus and momentum to progress the tasks and life admin that you have been putting off from the previous year. One of those ‘to-do’ items might be formalising...