Roche Legal

05/06/2026

Our latest guide is now live 👇 Could Capital Gains Tax be Due on Your Estate? Learn how CGT works during probate, what the death uplift means, key exemptions, deadlines, and ways to reduce liability.

Clear, jargon-free, and written to actually help.

Read it here:

We are a boutique firm of private client solicitors. We deliver across 10 services – from probate to power of attorney. Contact us today!

01/06/2026

What happens when someone you love can no longer make their own decisions? If a person loses the mental capacity to manage their own affairs — through illness, injury, or a condition like dementia — and they haven't already set up a Lasting Power of Attorney, their family can't simply step in. Instead, an application has to be made to the Court of Protection to be appointed as their deputy. It's a part of the law that very few people know about until they suddenly need it. At Roche Legal, we guide families through it gently and clearly, so you're never facing it alone. If this is something you're worried about for a relative, we're here to talk it through. 💙

29/05/2026

Over half of adults in the UK don't have a Will. Here's why that matters. 📋

Without a valid Will, your estate will be distributed under the Rules of Intestacy. which means the law decides who gets what. That might not reflect your wishes at all. A Will lets you:
✅ Choose who inherits your estate
✅ Appoint guardians for your children
✅ Leave specific gifts to the people or causes you care about
✅ Reduce the risk of disputes after you're gone

It doesn't have to be complicated. At Roche Legal, we make it simple.
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🔗 Wills │ Private Client Law Firm │ Roche Legal (https://rochelegal.co.uk/legal-services/wills/)

28/05/2026

Can't make it into our office? No problem at all. 💻

At Roche Legal, we offer flexible ways to meet:
🏢 Face-to-face at our office
💻 Virtually via video call
📱 Some matters can be handled entirely remotely

We know life is busy. So we work around you, not the other way around. Tell us what works for you and we'll make it happen.
📞 01904 866139
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26/05/2026

You've worked hard for what you have. Good planning can make sure more of it goes where you want. 💼

At Roche Legal, we advise on tax planning as part of your wider estate strategy — including:
✅ Inheritance Tax planning
✅ Capital Gains Tax considerations
✅ Lifetime gifting strategies
✅ Trust and Will structures with tax efficiency in mind Tax law is complex, and it changes.

Getting the right advice at the right time can make a significant difference.
📞 01904 866139
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🔗 Tax Planning │ Roche Legal (https://rochelegal.co.uk/legal-services/trusts-tax/)

25/05/2026

Worried about reaching out to a solicitor? Here's what actually happens when you contact Roche Legal. 📞

You won't be passed around or kept on hold. A member of our team will respond promptly, have a quick chat to understand what you need, and point you in the right direction, whether that's:
👉 Booking an appointment
👉 Sending some information
👉 Answering your question on the spot

No pressure. No obligation. Just a conversation.
📞 01904 866139
📧 [email protected]
🔗 Contact Us │ Private Client Law Firm │ Roche Legal (https://rochelegal.co.uk/contact/)

22/05/2026

If you were suddenly unable to make decisions for yourself who would act for you? 📋
A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) lets you choose, now, who you trust to make decisions on your behalf if you ever become unable to do so.
There are two types:
🔑 Property & Financial Affairs - managing bank accounts, property, bills
🔑 Health & Welfare - medical decisions, care arrangements, day-to-day welfare
LPAs can only be made while you have mental capacity. Don't wait until it's too late.
📞 01904 866139
📧 [email protected]
🔗 LPAs │ Private Client Law Firm │ Roche Legal (https://rochelegal.co.uk/legal-services/powers-of-attorney/)

21/05/2026

Trusts aren't just for the wealthy and they're more versatile than most people realise. 💼
A Trust is a legal arrangement where assets are held by one person (or people) for the benefit of others. They can be used for:
✅ Protecting assets for future generations
✅ Providing for vulnerable family members
✅ Estate and tax planning
✅ Supporting specific individuals over time

At Roche Legal, we advise on a wide range of Trusts helping you understand whether one is right for your situation and, if so, setting it up properly.
📞 01904 866139
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🔗 Trusts │ Private Client Law Firm │ Roche Legal (https://rochelegal.co.uk/legal-services/trusts-tax/)

20/05/2026

Did you know that inheritance tax often has to be paid before you can even get probate? 😮

It's one of the most confusing and stressful parts of dealing with a loved one's estate. Many families are caught off guard by the timing, and the rules around what's owed and when can be difficult to navigate alone.

Our latest guide explains exactly when inheritance tax needs to be paid during the probate process, in plain English, including:

💷 When the 6-month deadline kicks in
📋 What you need to pay before applying for probate
🏠 How assets like property are treated differently
✅ The options available if funds are tied up in the estate

If you're an executor or supporting a family through bereavement, this is essential reading.

📖 Read the full guide here: https://rochelegal.co.uk/news-insights/when-does-inheritance-tax-need-to-be-paid-during-the-probate-process/

Have a question about inheritance tax or probate? Drop it in the comments and we'll do our best to help. 👇

Find out when inheritance tax is due during probate in England and Wales. Learn key deadlines, 6-month payment rules and HMRC reporting requirements.

20/05/2026

Tomorrow! 🙌 Free legal clinic at The Poppleton Centre — Thursday 21 May, 1.30–4.30pm.

Slots still available — scan the QR code to grab yours. Wills, powers of attorney, probate and more. Free, no obligation. 💙