Wansbroughs

02/06/2026

A recent High Court decision has clarified that directors may still face disqualification proceedings even if their conduct did not directly cause a company’s insolvency.

Our latest article explains what the ruling means in practice and why it matters for directors.

Read the full article here:

Read our summary of the High Court’s Greensill decision on director disqualification, insolvency and corporate governance, and what it means for directors facing legal scrutiny.

22/05/2026

We wrapped up Learning at Work Week today with a really brilliant final Q&A session at Wansbroughs.

It was great to welcome Sam Gaiger (Gaiger Brothers) and Guy Straker (Strakers) for "How Clients Really Experience Us" – a really interesting session looking at client expectations, communication and trust from a different perspective.

Hosted by partner Sarah Alexander, the Q&A gave colleagues the chance to hear honest insights and practical reflections that made for a really valuable discussion.

A great way to round off such a positive week of learning and development across the firm.

21/05/2026

Inheritance tax is affecting more families as thresholds stay frozen and new rules begin to take effect.

Our latest article looks at why the IHT net is widening and what that could mean for your estate planning.

Read more here: https://www.wansbroughs.com/news-events/from-city-to-suburb-the-widening-scope-of-iht/

As inheritance tax thresholds remain frozen and new rules take effect, more families are being drawn into the IHT net. Find out what this means for your estate planning.

19/05/2026

We’ve had a brilliant start to Learning at Work Week today at Wansbroughs!

✅ A fantastic Pilates session this morning at Hatt Clinic / Hatt Clinic - Devizes – a great way to focus on posture, movement and looking after ourselves at work. Huge thank you to the team for such a great session!

✅ Followed by our “Presenting Without Panic” session this afternoon, sharing practical tips to help build confidence in communication.

It’s been great to see so many colleagues getting involved and making time to learn something new 💙

We’re looking forward to the rest of the week!

19/05/2026

Do you own an older property that may still be unregistered?

Many property owners only discover the complications of unregistered land when they come to sell, remortgage or deal with an estate.

Our latest article explains why voluntary first registration can help protect ownership, reduce delays and make future transactions much easier.

Read the full article here: https://www.wansbroughs.com/news-events/the-importance-of-registering-your-property/

Learn why voluntary first registration of unregistered property is important, including legal protection, reduced fraud risk, lower Land Registry fees and smoother future sales or transfers.

18/05/2026

We’re looking forward to being at Cereals 2026 in a few weeks' time.

Our Agriculture and Landed Estates Team will be there, and we’re pleased to be sharing a stand with PKF-Francis Clark this year.

Cereals offers a fantastic opportunity to catch up with clients, contacts and others across the industry, and to talk about the issues, opportunities and innovations shaping the future of agriculture and rural business.

If you’re going along, do come and say hello – we’d love to see you there.

18/05/2026

Property fraud is something every buyer, seller, and homeowner should be aware of. From fake bank details to identity fraud and title fraud, knowing what to look out for can help you stay protected.

Read our latest article for practical guidance and simple steps you can take:

Learn how buyers and homeowners can protect themselves from property fraud, including email scams, identity theft, and title fraud, with practical steps to stay safe.

15/05/2026

Worried a loved one didn’t understand their Will?

Courts look at mental capacity and “knowledge and approval.” Our new blog explains what this means, what evidence helps, and why dementia doesn’t automatically mean lack of capacity, plus a real case where a Will was overturned for undue influence and capacity issues.

Read here: https://www.wansbroughs.com/news-events/did-your-loved-one-understand-their-will/

Call us for a confidential chat on 01380 733300 and ask for Lily or Melissa, or email [email protected]

Find out how UK courts decide if someone understood their will. Learn about mental capacity, “knowledge and approval,” key tests, and real case examples.

14/05/2026

Big changes are coming to inheritance tax on pensions from April 2027. Our latest article looks at what the reforms could mean for your estate, why scammers may target confusion around the changes, and the sensible steps to take now.

Inheritance tax on pensions is changing from April 2027. Learn how the new rules could affect your estate, why scammers are exploiting uncertainty, and the practical steps savers and personal representatives should take now.

12/05/2026

We’re delighted to welcome Chris McCormick to Wansbroughs’ Agriculture & Landed Estates Team.

Chris’s appointment strengthens the specialist support we offer farming families, landowners and rural businesses across the region.

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Wansbroughs welcomes Chris McCormick to its Agriculture & Landed Estates Team, strengthening specialist legal support for farming families, landowners and rural businesses.