This work covers gifts of money or assets made during a person’s lifetime that can affect an estate on death. A solicitor in this area helps identify what gifts count for inheritance purposes, and how they interact with wills, trusts, and potentialestate liabilities. They review the validity of gifts, advise on potential clawback rules, and prepare or review documents that record gifts and any related claims. They also help with planning to protect or clarify how gifts influence the final estate distribution.
Where a solicitor protects your position
Gifts can have immediate or future consequences for the estate, especially where there may be claims against the estate or where a gift affects beneficiaries’ entitlements. A solicitor provides protection through proper documentation, regulatory compliance, and advice on any challenges for executors or beneficiaries.