2513th Edition: LawNewsIndex is a
UK based news & legal articles archive focusing on Law, Lawyers,
Law Firms, Justice, Legislation, Legal Ethics, Human Rights &
Social Justice issues.
Today's Video Focus: Dozens of world leaders have arrived in France on the invitation of
French President Macron to join commemorative events marking the 100th
anniversary of the end of WWI.
Focus of the Day Article:
Solicitors have expressed concern about a hike in probate fees to as high as £6,000. The proposals, announced in a written statement by justice minister Lucy Frazer this week, are to replace the existing flat fee for probate of £155 for those applying with a solicitor or £215 for individuals with a sliding scale of fees.
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