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SUMMARY:Overcoming Challenges when drafting LPAs – An LPA Masterclass series.
DESCRIPTION:In this 5 part miniseries of Masterclasses\, you will learn how to draft LPAs that demonstrate real value to your clients. We will seek to overcome some of the common challenges that we face when advising clients about LPAs\, so that our clients will see us as their trusted advisor\, recommend us and instruct us time and time again.
URL:https://todaysmedia.co.uk/event/overcoming-challenges-when-drafting-lpas-an-lpa-masterclass-series-3/
CATEGORIES:Wills & Probate,Wills & Probate Training
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SUMMARY:An introduction to Trusts and Taxation - 5 Part Series
DESCRIPTION:Trusts can sometimes be overlooked as an option for lifetime planning and their uses within estates\, however when prepared properly these can be great tools in a practitioner’s armoury to ensure that a client’s needs are met. \nProblems can arise however if the trust is not drafted properly\, and this has led to cases where the objectives of the trust may not be met\, or beneficiaries have lost out. \nTax complications can also cause problems and full advice and careful drafting should be done at the start to ensure the objectives of the trust are being met. \nThis seminar series will steer you on the right path and provide practical advice and processes to enable you to advise clients and navigate through the minefield of trust management. \nWhat You Will Learn: \n\nThe most common types of trust\nThe tax implications of Trusts\nCase law\nTrust drafting- layout\, standard clauses to include\, and practical tips\nCommon drafting errors to look out for\nWinding up a trust- the pitfalls.\nThe TRS and the registration process\n\nWho Should Attend: \nThis course is suitable for fee earners and support staff of all levels working or starting in the area of Trusts\, whether setting them up in someone’s lifetime or managing them in a Will\, or on death. \nLevel: \nAll levels can benefit from this seminar \nDates: \n\nWednesday 21st January 2026 12pm\nWednesday 28th January 2026 12pm\nWednesday 4th February 2026 12pm\nWednesday 11th February 2026 12pm\nWednesday 18th February 2026 12pm\n\n\n\n\n \n 
URL:https://todaysmedia.co.uk/event/an-introduction-to-trusts-and-taxation-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Wills & Probate Training
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SUMMARY:Common Will Trusts and their Tax Treatment
DESCRIPTION:This two part series of webinars will explain the most common types of Will Trusts that are likely to be encountered by practitioners\, when they might be used and the tax treatment of each Will trust. \nBy the end of this session\, you will be able to:- \n\nExplain and identify the different types of Will Trust.\nChoose which Will Trust will be most appropriate for a client’s circumstances.\nDemonstrate an understand of the tax treatment of such trusts when drafting Wills or when such trusts are encountered during the estate administration process.\n\nPlease note\, the course fee is per person. \nAll sessions are recorded and available on demand if you are unable to join live. Please book your place and the recording will be circulated 48 hours after the live session to review on-demand. \nWho Should Attend \n\nAll practitioners\n\nLevel \n\nBeginner and intermediate\n\nDates \n\nWednesday 12th November 11am\nWednesday 19th November 11am\n\nSpeaker \nScott Walker – Consultant Private Client Solicitor at Richard Nelson LLP
URL:https://todaysmedia.co.uk/event/common-will-trusts-and-their-tax-treatment/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Wills & Probate Training
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SUMMARY:Mastering the Secrets of Wills : Strategies to Attract Clients and Deliver Unmatched Value
DESCRIPTION:With a large proportion of the UK population dying intestate\, what prevents people from making Wills or keeping them updated? The Wills market has for a long time been in a state of flux. The many different options for making a Will is confusing for the consumer and we therefore need to work harder to stand out from the competition. \nIn this Webinar\, brought to you by Scott Walker and Today’s Training\, we will delve into why people don’t make Wills and learn how we can market our services more effectively by understanding what drives people to make a Will and what stops them from doing so. \nBy the end of this session\, you will be able to: \n\nUnderstand why people don’t make Wills or get it wrong.\nIdentify how to market our services in today’s competitive world.\nDemonstrate an understanding of the real value of legal advice.\nInterpret the mindset shift that our potential clients need regarding making a Will and how to communicate it.\nNavigate the pricing conundrum.\n\nExtensive notes will be provided and time will be set aside for delegate questions \nPlease note\, the course fee is per person. \nAll sessions are recorded and available on demand if you are unable to join live. Please book your place and the recording will be circulated 48 hours after the live session to review on-demand. \nDates: \n\nWednesday 1st October 2025\, 11am\n\nWho Should Attend \n\nPartners\, Fee earners\, paralegals and support staff working within Private Client\, as well as those fee earners involved in business development and marketing.\n\nLevel \n\nAll Levels\n\nSpeaker \nScott Walker – Consultant Private Client Solicitor at Richard Nelson LLP
URL:https://todaysmedia.co.uk/event/overcoming-challenges-wills-and-probate/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Wills & Probate Training
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SUMMARY:How To Convert Telephone Enquiries From Potential Clients Into Profitable Business.
DESCRIPTION:Discover The Opportunities You Are Missing Everyday! \nHow many new business enquiries from potential new clients do you get every day / month / year by telephone? \nDo you know your conversion rate of these enquiries into profitable business? \nWhat if you knew the ‘secrets’ to massively increasing your conversion success rates? \nFor the last 40 years Ian Cooper\, has shown hundreds of legal firms how to guarantee a significant increase in conversion rates from their telephone enquiries. Some firms have doubled their conversion rates\, generating huge amounts of extra revenue a year\, all without spending anymore on marketing! \nIn this thought provoking\, anecdotal and pragmatic presentation\, Ian Cooper will make you challenge your existing methods\, mindset and strategy and reveal: \n\nHow much you could win and how much you are losing right now.\nThe results of his surveys into this topic.\nThe traps most firms fall into.\nHis ‘5 Step System’ to improve conversion rates.\nThe ‘magic’ question you must ask your caller early in the call.\nThe 1 key question you must ask at the end.\nHow to win the job\, even when you are more expensive!\n\n  \nSpeaker \nIan Cooper (Former Professor)
URL:https://todaysmedia.co.uk/event/how-to-convert-telephone-enquiries-from-potential-clients-into-profitable-business/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Conveyancing Training,Family Law Training,Wills & Probate Training
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SUMMARY:Overcoming Challenges when drafting LPAs – An LPA Masterclass series.
DESCRIPTION:Brought to you by Scott Walker and Today’s Training\, in this miniseries of Masterclasses\, you will learn how to draft LPAs that demonstrate real value to your clients. We will seek to overcome some of the common challenges that we face when advising clients about LPAs\, so that our clients will see us as their trusted advisor\, recommend us and instruct us time and time again. \nBy the end of this session\, you will be able to:- \n\nIdentify what instructions to take from clients to effectively draft their LPAs.\nApply the test of Mental Capacity to make LPAs.\nWrite Instructions and Preferences in an LPA\, including some common clauses and challenges.\nDemonstrate an understanding of Business LPAs and when they are needed.\nBuild an understanding of Health and Welfare decisions.\nInterpret the differences between advance decisions and a health and welfare LPA.\nUnderstand how advance decisions and health and welfare LPAs interact and which is best to use.\nIdentify what information and advice to give to attorneys.\nNavigate the changes to LPAs under the Powers of Attorney Act 2023.\n\nPlease note\, the course fee is per person. \nAll sessions are recorded and available on demand if you are unable to join live. Please book your place and the recording will be circulated 48 hours after the live session to review on-demand. \nWho Should Attend \n\nPractitioners involved with the preparation of Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney.\n\nLevel \n\nSuitable for all levels of experience.\n\nDates \n\nWednesday 17th September 11am\nWednesday 24th September 11am\nWednesday 8th October 11am\nWednesday 15th October 11am\nWednesday 22nd October 11am\n\nSpeaker \nScott Walker – Consultant Private Client Solicitor at Richard Nelson LLP
URL:https://todaysmedia.co.uk/event/overcoming-challenges-when-drafting-lpas-an-lpa-masterclass-series-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Wills & Probate Training
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250909T160000
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CREATED:20250730T132728Z
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SUMMARY:Remember a Charity – How to avoid getting into disputes where there is a charity beneficiary and how to resolve issues once they have arisen
DESCRIPTION:FREE Event \nDisputes covered will include: Error in charity name\, ambiguity in the gift\, validity challenges\, ADR. \nStephanie Kerr and Sophie Inchley talk us through this crucial topic; exploring both how to prevent disputes and how to resolve issues should they arise. Topics to be covered include errors\, ambiguities and will challenges\, as well as routes to resolution such as ADR.
URL:https://todaysmedia.co.uk/event/remember-a-charity-how-to-avoid-getting-into-disputes-where-there-is-a-charity-beneficiary-and-how-to-resolve-issues-once-they-have-arisen/
CATEGORIES:Wills & Probate Training
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250716T110000
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SUMMARY:Overcoming Challenges when working within Wills and Probate
DESCRIPTION:Brought to you by Scott Walker and Today’s Training\, this 1 hour webinar looks at how to overcome common problems encountered when helping clients in the area of Wills and Probate. \nIn this challenging area of law there are many pitfalls to ensure you not only act in the best interests of your clients\, but ensure you remain compliant and up to date with latest case law and precedent. In this training session Scott will explore common problems including: \n\nNil Rate Band Discretionary Trusts – An overview of such trust and what to do if you come across one.\nHow to handle difficult executors – renunciation\, power reserved\, caveats\, citations and the removal of executors.\n\nExtensive notes will be provided and time will be set aside for delegate questions \nPlease note\, the course fee is per person. \nAll sessions are recorded and available on demand if you are unable to join live. Please book your place and the recording will be circulated 48 hours after the live session to review on-demand. \nDate: \n\nWednesday 16th July 2025\, 11am (1 hour)\n\nWho Should Attend \n\nPractitioners involved with the preparation of Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney\, as well as those involved with estate administration.\n\nLevel \n\nSuitable for all levels of experience.\n\nSpeaker \nScott Walker – Consultant Private Client Solicitor at Richard Nelson LLP
URL:https://todaysmedia.co.uk/event/overcoming-challenges-when-working-within-wills-and-probate/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Wills & Probate Training
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250618T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250618T110000
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SUMMARY:What’s next for the Wills Act and how will it affect practice?
DESCRIPTION:This 1 hour webinar looks at the current proposals for reform to the Wills Act 1837 and the potential implications for practice. \nBy the end of this session\, you will be able to: \n\nUnderstand where we are now with the Law Commission Wills Project and the reform to the Wills Act 1837.\nApply the areas you need to know to help prepare you for any possible changes to the Wills Act.\nIdentify and explain the reforms consulted on.\nDemonstrate an understanding of the 2023 supplementary consultation.\nInterpret what’s next for the Wills Act and a possible timeframe for implementation of any changes.\n\nExtensive notes will be provided and time will be set aside for delegate questions \nPlease note\, the course fee is per person. \nAll sessions are recorded and available on demand if you are unable to join live. Please book your place and the recording will be circulated 48 hours after the live session to review on-demand. \nDates: \n\nWednesday 18th June 2025\, 10am (1 hour)\n\nWho Should Attend \n\nWho is this webinar suitable for? All Practitioners and support staff involved in Will Writing\, Estate Planning and the administration of estate\, including any practitioners wishing to understand the validity of Wills and the proposals for reform to the Wills Act.\n\nLevel \n\nSuitable for all levels of experience.\n\nSpeaker \nScott Walker – Consultant Private Client Solicitor at Richard Nelson LLP
URL:https://todaysmedia.co.uk/event/whats-next-for-the-wills-act-and-how-will-it-affect-practice/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Wills & Probate Training
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250521T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250521T140000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250324T120016Z
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SUMMARY:Assessing Mental Capacity
DESCRIPTION:A practical webinar aimed at understanding the principles of mental capacity and how to assess capacity for clients who may lack the capacity to make their own decisions. \nBy the end of these sessions you will be able to: \n\nDemonstrate an understanding of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and the legal framework\, including:\n\nDefinition of Mental Capacity\nThe test for Capacity\n\n\nDemonstrate an understanding of when to consider a client’s mental capacity and the illnesses which may affect decision making\nApply the test of Capacity\nDemonstrate an understanding of capacity to instruct a practitioner\nIdentify\, through the use of practical examples\, how to determine a lack of mental capacity\nWork out what to include in your file and attendance notes\nIdentify when to instruct an expert to undertake a mental capacity assessment.\n\nExtensive notes will be provided and time will be set aside for delegate questions \nPlease note\, the course fee is per person. \nAll sessions are recorded and available on demand if you are unable to join live. Please book your place and the recording will be circulated 48 hours after the live session to review on-demand. \nPlease note\, the course fee is per person. \nAll sessions are recorded and available on demand if you are unable to join live. Please book your place and the recording will be circulated 48 hours after the live session to review on-demand. \nDates: \n\nWednesday 21st May\n\nWho Should Attend \nAll practitioners \nLevel \nBeginner and Intermediate
URL:https://todaysmedia.co.uk/event/assessing-mental-capacity-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Conveyancing Training,Family Law Training,Wills & Probate Training
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SUMMARY:Overcoming Challenges when Drafting LPAs – An LPA Masterclass series
DESCRIPTION:This 5 part masterclass covers everything you need to know about drafting Lasting Powers of Attorney for clients. \nBrought to you by Scott Walker and Today’s Training\, you will learn how to draft LPAs that demonstrate real value to your clients. We will seek to overcome some of the common challenges that we face when advising clients about LPAs\, so that our clients will see us as their trusted advisor\, recommend us and instruct us time and time again. \nBy the end of this series you will be able to: \n\nIdentify what instructions to take from clients to effectively draft their LPAs.\nApply the test of Mental Capacity to make LPAs.\nWrite Instructions and Preferences in an LPA\, including some common clauses and challenges.\nDemonstrate an understanding of Business LPAs and when they are needed.\nBuild an understanding of Health and Welfare decisions.\nInterpret the differences between advance decisions and a health and welfare LPA.\nUnderstand how advance decisions and health and welfare LPAs interact and which is best to use.\nIdentify what information and advice to give to attorneys.\nNavigate the changes to LPAs under the Powers of Attorney Act 2023.\n\nExtensive notes will be provided and time will be set aside for delegate questions \nPlease note\, the course fee is per person. \nAll sessions are recorded and available on demand if you are unable to join live. Please book your place and the recording will be circulated 48 hours after the live session to review on-demand. \nDates: \n\nWednesday 9th April 2025\, 10am (1 hour)\nWednesday 16th April 2025\, 10am (1 hour)\nWednesday 23rd April 2025\, 10am (1 hour)\nWednesday 30th April 2025\, 10am (1 hour)\nWednesday 7th May 2025\, 10am (1 hour)\n\nWho Should Attend \n\nAll practitioners and legal staff involved in drafting Lasting Powers of Attorney..\n\nLevel \n\nSuitable for all levels of experience.\n\nSpeaker \nScott Walker – Consultant Private Client Solicitor at Richard Nelson LLP
URL:https://todaysmedia.co.uk/event/overcoming-challenges-when-drafting-lpas-an-lpa-masterclass-series/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Wills & Probate Training
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SUMMARY:Applications to the Court of Protection and Deputyship management - 10 Part Series
DESCRIPTION:The Court of Protection has had to adapt in recent years to cope with the level of demand for its services. However\, at the forefront of this is the need to ensure that ‘P’ is protected at all times. Professionals are often required to make applications to the Court of Protection\, often to appoint family as “deputies”. \n\n\n \nIn some cases they may also have to provide assistance to P in the management of their property and financial affairs. This 10 week course is designed to provide you with the latest practice and procedures to enable you to make simple and complex applications in the Court of Protection\, and in addition run through the need to knows on day to day management so that you can advise your clients of their duties. \n\n\n \nIf you are or intend to act as a professional deputy you will also gain practical advice that will enable you to manage Deputyships efficiently throughout this 10 part series.  \n\n\n \n\n\n \nWhat You Will Learn: \n\n\n \nThis course will cover the following: \n\n\n \n\nAn overview of the Court of Protection\n\n\n\nCurrent procedures for making applications\n\n\n\nDols\, and the new deputy standards\n\n\n\nMaking Urgent Applications in the Court of Protection\n\n\n\nActing as Professional Deputy\n\n\n\nCode of Practice MCA\n\n\n\nCosts and the SCCO\n\n\n\nInvestments; your responsibilities\n\n\n\nAnnual accounting and tax returns; new regulations and supervision by the OPG\n\n\n\nCurrent Legislation and Case Law- the impact of ACC\n\n\n\nStatutory Wills\n\n\n\nTrustee Act Applications\n\n\n\nGifting Applications\n\n\n\nWhat to do on the death of “P”\n\n\n\n \nWho Should Attend: \n\n\n \nParalegals\, professionals or solicitors who are coming into contact more and more with the Mental Capacity Act and clients who lack capacity. \n\n\n \nLevel: \n\n\n \nAll levels can benefit from this seminar \n\n\n \nDates: \n\n\n \n\nThursday 27th March 11am\n\n\n\nThursday 3rd April 11am\n\n\n\nThursday 10th April 11am\n\n\n\nWednesday 16th April 11am\n\n\n\nThursday 24th April 11am\n\n\n\nThursday 1st May 11am\n\n\n\nThursday 8th May 11am\n\n\n\nThursday 15th May 1pm\n\n\n\nThursday 22nd May 1pm\n\n\n\nThursday 29th May 11am\n\n\n\n \n 
URL:https://todaysmedia.co.uk/event/applications-to-the-court-of-protection-and-deputyship-management/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Wills & Probate Training
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250312T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250312T120000
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SUMMARY:How to Secure NHS Continuing Healthcare Funding for your clients - 2 Part Series
DESCRIPTION:In this practical 2-part series practitioners will gain an understanding of the key requirements of NHS Continuing Healthcare in England including what it is\, the assessment criteria and the assessment process. The webinars will also demonstrate how to challenge an ineligibility decision through the use of a case study. \nBrought to you by Scott Walker and Today’s Training\, by the end of these sessions\, you will be able to: \n\nExplain to your clients the eligibility requirements and the process of assessment for NHS Continuing Healthcare funding.\nInterpret a set of facts in order to determine whether a person is eligible for continuing healthcare.\nDemonstrate to a client how to challenge a negative eligibility decision.\n\nExtensive notes will be provided and time will be set aside for delegate questions \nPlease note\, the course fee is per person. \nAll sessions are recorded and available on demand if you are unable to join live. Please book your place and the recording will be circulated 48 hours after the live session to review on-demand. \nDates: \n\nWednesday 12th March 2025\, 11am (1 hour)\nWednesday 19th March 2025\, 11am (1 hour)\n\nWho Should Attend \n\nAll practitioners.\n\nLevel \n\nAll Levels\n\nSpeaker \nScott Walker – Consultant Private Client Solicitor at Richard Nelson LLP
URL:https://todaysmedia.co.uk/event/how-to-secure-nhs-continuing-healthcare-funding-for-your-clients/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Wills & Probate Training
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SUMMARY:Mastering the Secrets of Wills : Strategies to Attract Clients and Deliver Unmatched Value
DESCRIPTION:With a large proportion of the UK population dying intestate\, what prevents people from making Wills or keeping them updated? The Wills market has for a long time been in a state of flux. The many different options for making a Will is confusing for the consumer and we therefore need to work harder to stand out from the competition. \nIn this Webinar\, brought to you by Scott Walker and Today’s Training\, we will delve into why people don’t make Wills and learn how we can market our services more effectively by understanding what drives people to make a Will and what stops them from doing so. \nBy the end of this session\, you will be able to: \n\nUnderstand why people don’t make Wills or get it wrong.\nIdentify how to market our services in today’s competitive world.\nDemonstrate an understanding of the real value of legal advice.\nInterpret the mindset shift that our potential clients need regarding making a Will and how to communicate it.\nNavigate the pricing conundrum. \n\nExtensive notes will be provided and time will be set aside for delegate questions \nPlease note\, the course fee is per person. \nAll sessions are recorded and available on demand if you are unable to join live. Please book your place and the recording will be circulated 48 hours after the live session to review on-demand. \nDates: \n\nWednesday 19th February 2025\, 11am (1 hour)\n\nWho Should Attend \n\nPartners\, Fee earners\, paralegals and support staff working within Private Client\, as well as those fee earners involved in business development and marketing.\n\nLevel \n\nAll Levels\n\nSpeaker \nScott Walker – Consultant Private Client Solicitor at Richard Nelson LLP \n\n\n \n 
URL:https://todaysmedia.co.uk/event/mastering-the-secrets-of-wills-strategies-to-attract-clients-and-deliver-unmatched-value/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Wills & Probate Training
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SUMMARY:Essential Tips to Grow Your Legal Business
DESCRIPTION:We’ve helped 46 legal businesses to grow by implementing the strategies that we’re going to share during this webinar. Growing your practice requires more than delivering excellent legal services. This webinar\, hosted by Today’s Training in conjunction with Legal Growth\, will provide you with actionable strategies to expand your client base\, boost your brand and build a sustainable legal business. \nThe session will cover the core elements of business growth\, from effective client acquisition techniques to maintaining high client retention and satisfaction. You’ll learn how to optimise your online presence\, leverage marketing tools like SEO and social media\, and create content that positions your firm as a trusted leader. Additionally\, the webinar will explore how to harness technology to streamline operations and deliver a superior client experience. \nDesigned for law firm owners\, practice managers\, and ambitious legal professionals\, this session offers invaluable insights for those looking to scale their business while staying ahead of industry trends. Whether you’re a solo practitioner or part of a larger firm\, you’ll leave with practical knowledge and a clear plan to grow your practice\, attract the right clients\, and secure long-term success in the evolving legal marketplace. \nYou will learn: \n\nUnderstand the foundations of business growth: Learn the critical factors that drive sustainable growth for legal practices.\nMaster client acquisition strategies: Explore proven techniques to attract new clients\, including referral networks\, digital marketing\, and community engagement.\nEnhance client retention and satisfaction: Gain insights into building strong client relationships and delivering exceptional service to encourage repeat business and referrals.\nDevelop a strong online presence: Discover how to optimise your website\, social media profiles\, and online directories to increase visibility and credibility.\nImplement effective marketing tactics: Learn practical methods for leveraging SEO\, content marketing\, and email campaigns to generate leads and grow your firm.\nBoost efficiency with technology: Identify tools and systems that streamline operations\, improve productivity\, and enhance the client experience.\nUnderstand legal industry trends: Stay ahead by recognising emerging opportunities and challenges shaping the future of the legal profession.\n\nDate: \nMonday 17th February 2025\, 1pm \nWho Should Attend: \nLegal businesses looking for growth in 2025. Firm owners and marketing professionals \nSpeaker:  \nTom Stansfield; Director – Legal Growth
URL:https://todaysmedia.co.uk/event/essential-tips-to-grow-your-legal-business/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Conveyancing Training,Family Law Training,Wills & Probate Training,Women in Residential Property,Women in Wills
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SUMMARY:Personal Branding for Lawyers
DESCRIPTION:So many lawyers don’t stand out. They do their job capably but they’re doing themselves and their firm no favours. A strong personal brand is essential for standing out and attracting the right clients\, opportunities\, and recognition. This interactive workshop\, hosted by Today’s Training in collaboration with Legal Growth\, will guide lawyers and legal professionals through the art of crafting an authentic and impactful personal brand. \nThe session will explore the fundamentals of personal branding\, including identifying your unique professional value\, communicating effectively across digital and in-person platforms\, and leveraging content to establish thought leadership. Attendees will also gain practical tips for creating a consistent online presence\, from optimising LinkedIn profiles to showcasing expertise through blogs and media. \nThis workshop is tailored for solicitors\, barristers\, legal executives\, and other legal professionals at any stage of their career who want to take control of their professional reputation and position themselves as leaders in their field. Whether you’re building your client base\, advancing within a firm\, or transitioning into a new role\, this session will provide the tools and strategies to confidently shape and sustain a personal brand that sets you apart. \nYou will learn: \n\nUnderstand the importance of personal branding: Learn how a strong personal brand can enhance your reputation\, attract clients\, and differentiate you in a competitive legal market.\nDevelop a unique professional identity: Identify your core values\, expertise\, and unique selling points to craft a compelling personal brand.\nMaster effective communication strategies: Learn how to present yourself confidently and consistently across various platforms\, including social media and professional networks.\nCreate a consistent online presence: Gain insights into optimising your LinkedIn profile\, personal website\, and other digital channels to align with your personal brand.\nBuild and nurture a professional network: Discover strategies to establish meaningful connections and leverage relationships to advance your legal career.\nLeverage content to showcase expertise: Learn how to create and share valuable content that demonstrates thought leadership and builds trust with your audience.\nDevelop a personal branding action plan: Leave with a clear roadmap to implement your personal branding strategies effectively.\n\nDate: \nMonday 10th February 2025\, 1pm \nWho Should Attend: \nLegal Professionals looking to enhance their personal brand. \nSpeaker:  \nTom Stansfield; Director – Legal Growth
URL:https://todaysmedia.co.uk/event/personal-branding-for-lawyers/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Conveyancing Training,Family Law Training,Wills & Probate Training,Women in Residential Property,Women in Wills
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SUMMARY:An Introduction to Trusts and Taxation - 5 Part Series
DESCRIPTION:Trusts can sometimes be overlooked as an option for lifetime planning and their uses within estates\, however when prepared properly these can be great tools in a practitioner’s armoury to ensure that a client’s needs are met. \n\n\n\nProblems can arise however if the trust is not drafted properly\, and this has led to cases where the objectives of the trust may not be met\, or beneficiaries have lost out. \n\n\n\nTax complications can also cause problems and full advice and careful drafting should be done at the start to ensure the objectives of the trust are being met. \n\n\n\nThis 5-part seminar series will steer you on the right path and provide practical advice and processes to enable you to advise clients and navigate through the minefield of trust management. \n\n\n\nWhat You Will Learn: \n\n\n\nThis course will cover the following: \n\n\n\n\nThe most common types of trust:\n\nBare trusts\n\n\n\nLife interest trusts\n\n\n\nDiscretionary trusts\n\n\n\nPersonal injury trusts\n\n\n\nDisabled Persons trusts\n\n\n\n\n\nThe tax implications of Trusts\n\n\n\nCase law\n\n\n\nTrust drafting- layout\, standard clauses to include\, and practical tips\n\n\n\nCommon drafting errors to look out for\n\n\n\nAmending or varying a trust\n\n\n\nWinding up a trust- the pitfalls.\n\n\n\nThe TRS and the registration process\n\n\n\n\nWho Should Attend: \n\n\n\nThis course is suitable for fee earners and support staff of all levels working or starting in the area of Trusts\, whether setting them up in someone’s lifetime or managing them in a Will\, or on death. \n\n\n\nLevel: \n\n\n\nAll levels can benefit from this seminar \n\n\n\nDates: \n\n\n\n\nThursday 6th Feb 11am\n\n\n\nThursday 13th Feb 11am\n\n\n\nThursday 20th Feb 11am\n\n\n\nThursday 27th Feb 11am\n\n\n\nWednesday 5th March 11am
URL:https://todaysmedia.co.uk/event/an-introduction-to-trusts-and-taxation/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Wills & Probate Training
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SUMMARY:How to Navigate the Legal Complexities when Supporting Clients with Dementia - 2 Part
DESCRIPTION:These sessions will address some of the challenges within the law when helping clients with dementia with legal services so that you can feel confident in supporting their needs and ensuring you are compliant with your professional obligations. \nIt will dispense some of the popular myths surrounding the illness and consider how we can communicate better with clients who have dementia by asking the right questions. \nYou will learn practical tips to take away and implement into your day-to-day work \nBy the end of these sessions you will be able to: \n\nUnderstand what dementia is\nDemonstrate how to meet the needs of vulnerable clients and support clients with dementia\, as well as their families\nManage conflicts of interest and identify who your client is\nNavigate the rules surrounding access and rights to personal information\nUnderstand the circumstances when access and disclosure of an incapacitated person’s will is permitted\nRecognise when it is the right time to register an Enduring Power of Attorney\nExtensive notes will be provided and time will be set aside for delegate questions\n\nPlease note\, the course fee is per person. \nAll sessions are recorded and available on demand if you are unable to join live. Please book your place and the recording will be circulated 48 hours after the live session to review on-demand. \nDates: \n\nWednesday 5th February 2025\, 11am (1 hour)\nWednesday 12th February 2025\, 11am (1 hour)\n\nWho Should Attend \nAll practitioners \nLevel \nBeginner and Intermediate \nSpeaker \nScott Walker – Consultant Private Client Solicitor at Richard Nelson LLP
URL:https://todaysmedia.co.uk/event/how-to-navigate-the-legal-complexities-when-supporting-clients-with-dementia-2-part/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Wills & Probate Training
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SUMMARY:Mastering business networking
DESCRIPTION:Networking is a skill that can be learnt\, tuned and honed like any other skill. For many\, networking does not come naturally. Good networking can lead to the development of key relationships; bad networking can do much more damage than good\, both to your personal and business reputation. \nIn this 1 hour training session\, trainer Emma Vigus help participants recognise how the skills we all use to navigate daily life can be adapted to make networking rewarding and enjoyable. \nThe training will equip participants with the skills and strategies required to build and maintain professional relationships via in-person networking. The tools\, tips and strategies discussed can be applied within your business and at external events. \nIn this training\, you will forge an understanding of \nUnderstanding business networking fundamentals \n\nParticipants will understand the contribution networking makes to the development of internal and external professional relationships\, career progression and business growth.\n\nDeveloping a personalised networking strategy \n\nParticipants will be able to apply their understanding of ‘self’ to develop a personalized networking strategy that accommodates personal preferences\, goals and target audience.\nParticipants will be able to recognise and create networking opportunities that suit their personal networking style.\nParticipants will be able to measure the success of their networking activities and refine their approach for continuous improvement.\n\nEffective communication skills for networking \n\nParticipants will understand how to initiate and develop conversations through open ended questioning\, identify motivators\, practice active listening and develop their abilities to retain information.\n\nBuilding and maintaining relationships \n\nParticipants will learn strategies for nurturing and sustaining professional relationships both online and in-person\, with an emphasis on mutual value exchange.\n\nWho Should Attend: Anyone who wants to understand how to make networking enjoyable and effective. \nDate: Monday 3rd February 2025 11am \nSpeaker: Emma Vigus\, Business Development Consultant
URL:https://todaysmedia.co.uk/event/mastering-business-networking/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Conveyancing Training,Family Law Training,Wills & Probate Training,Women in Residential Property,Women in Wills
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SUMMARY:2025 Vision: Key Changes Shaping the Future of Wills and Probate
DESCRIPTION:2025 is set to bring significant shifts to the Wills and Probate landscape. Are you ready to stay ahead of the curve? From the introduction of Digital Lasting Powers of Attorney to the latest developments in Will reform\, Assisted Dying debates\, and changes in our Court systems\, this session will provide an engaging and practical insight into the topics that will shape your practice in the year ahead. Equip yourself with the knowledge and strategies to adapt and excel in this ever-evolving field. \nBrought to you by Scott Walker and Today’s Training\, this 1 hour webinar will help prepare you for the year ahead and will enable you to: \n\nBe fully informed about the anticipated changes to Wills and Probate Law in 2025.\nGain practical insights into how these developments will affect your practice.\nLearn strategies to navigate the challenges and leverage the opportunities these changes bring.\n\nPlease note\, the course fee is per person. \nAll sessions are recorded and available on demand if you are unable to join live. Please book your place and the recording will be circulated 48 hours after the live session to review on-demand. \nDates: \n\nWednesday 29th January 2025\, 10am (1 hour)\n\nWho Should Attend \n\nSuitable for all working in the Wills and Probate Sector.\n\nLevel \n\nSuitable for all levels of experience.\n\nSpeaker \nScott Walker – Consultant Private Client Solicitor at Richard Nelson LLP \n\n\n \n 
URL:https://todaysmedia.co.uk/event/2025-vision-key-changes-shaping-the-future-of-wills-and-probate/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Wills & Probate Training
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SUMMARY:Inheritance Tax – An Introduction and refresher
DESCRIPTION:This 1 hour training session is designed to provide an understanding of the key principles of inheritance tax and the occasions when inheritance tax is payable\, including how it applies to lifetime gifts. \nIn this webinar brought to you by Scott Walker and Today’s Training\, delegates will develop: \n\nAn understanding of the 3 main occasions when IHT is payable.\nHow IHT is calculated on death.\nAn understanding of how IHT applies to lifetime gifting.\nAn overview of exemptions and reliefs that apply on death and during lifetime.\nAn understanding of the nil rate band.\nAn overview of the Residence Nil Rate and when that applies.\nA practical example to demonstrate the above principles.\nAn understanding of when IHT must be paid\, funding options and the option to pay by instalments.\n\nExtensive notes will be provided and time will be set aside for delegate questions \nPlease note\, the course fee is per person. \nAll sessions are recorded and available on demand if you are unable to join live. Please book your place and the recording will be circulated 48 hours after the live session to review on-demand. \nDates: \n\nWednesday 22nd January 2025\, 10am (1 hour)\n\nWho Should Attend \n\nEstablished practitioners as refresher training or those new to the subject. Anybody involved with understanding and advising on inheritance tax\, those involved with Will preparation and the administration of estates\n\nLevel \n\nAll Levels\n\nSpeaker \nScott Walker – Consultant Private Client Solicitor at Richard Nelson LLP \n\n\n \n 
URL:https://todaysmedia.co.uk/event/inheritance-tax-an-introduction-and-refresher/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Wills & Probate Training
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SUMMARY:Probate administration and challenges: The need to knows - 10 Part Series
DESCRIPTION:The process of administering estates is becoming more complex due to a number of factors\, not only due to changes at the probate registry and HMRC but also because of economic changes. Digital assets\, crypto currency and bitcoin are becoming more commonplace\, and there are more widespread tax planning measures being undertaken by individuals in their lifetime due to the freezing of tax allowances for so long. \n\n\n \nIn addition\, claims are being made more regularly against estates. It has never been more essential to protect yourself and your firm from claims against will validity and learning the processes for making or receiving inheritance act claims\, and lodging caveats. \n\n\n \nThis 10 part series is designed to walk you through the process of an administration\, the forms to complete\, and dealing with challenges and claims. You will also learn some practical tips in respect of safeguarding your firm from these in the future. \n\n\n \nWhat You Will Learn: \n\n\n \nThis course will cover the following: \n\n\n \n\nThe initial stages of an administration\, and the processes involved\n\n\n\nWhether a grant is required\n\n\n\nThe different types of grant available\n\n\n\nThe IHT 400 and pitfalls including valuation issues\, disclosure of lifetime gifts\, APR ad BPR\n\n\n\nThe deceased’s tax position – Income tax\, CGT\n\n\n\nThe estate’s tax position – Income tax\, CGT\n\n\n\nCompleting the administration\n\n\n\nMissing beneficiaries and how to deal with them\n\n\n\nChallenges against Wills\n\n\n\nCaveats and how to deal with them\n\n\n\nLarke v Nugus\n\n\n\nInheritance Act Claims; when they can be made\, timescales and method\n\n\n\n \nWho Should Attend: \n\n\n \nThis course is suitable for practitioners wishing to move into this field\, those who require a refresher and for training paralegals and support staff to become more hands-on fee earners. \n\n\n \nLevel: \n\n\n \nAll levels can benefit from this seminar \n\n\n \nDates: \n\n\n \n\nTuesday 7th Jan 11am\n\n\n\nTuesday 14th Jan 11am\n\n\n\nTuesday 21st Jan 11am\n\n\n\nTuesday 28th Jan 11am\n\n\n\nThursday 6th Feb 1 pm\n\n\n\nTuesday 11th Feb 11am\n\n\n\nTuesday 18th Feb 11am\n\n\n\nTuesday 25th Feb 11am\n\n\n\nTuesday 4th March 1pm\n\n\n\nTuesday 11th March 11am\n\n \n \nThe process of administering estates is becoming more complex due to a number of factors\, not only due to changes at the probate registry and HMRC but also because of economic changes. Digital assets\, crypto currency and bitcoin are becoming more commonplace\, and there are more widespread tax planning measures being undertaken by individuals in their lifetime due to the freezing of tax allowances for so long. \n\n\n \nIn addition\, claims are being made more regularly against estates. It has never been more essential to protect yourself and your firm from claims against will validity and learning the processes for making or receiving inheritance act claims\, and lodging caveats. \n\n\n \nThis 10 part series is designed to walk you through the process of an administration\, the forms to complete\, and dealing with challenges and claims. You will also learn some practical tips in respect of safeguarding your firm from these in the future. \n\n\n \nWhat You Will Learn: \n\n\n \nThis course will cover the following: \n\n\n \n\nThe initial stages of an administration\, and the processes involved\n\n\n\nWhether a grant is required\n\n\n\nThe different types of grant available\n\n\n\nThe IHT 400 and pitfalls including valuation issues\, disclosure of lifetime gifts\, APR ad BPR\n\n\n\nThe deceased’s tax position – Income tax\, CGT\n\n\n\nThe estate’s tax position – Income tax\, CGT\n\n\n\nCompleting the administration\n\n\n\nMissing beneficiaries and how to deal with them\n\n\n\nChallenges against Wills\n\n\n\nCaveats and how to deal with them\n\n\n\nLarke v Nugus\n\n\n\nInheritance Act Claims; when they can be made\, timescales and method\n\n\n\n \nWho Should Attend: \n\n\n \nThis course is suitable for practitioners wishing to move into this field\, those who require a refresher and for training paralegals and support staff to become more hands-on fee earners. \n\n\n \nLevel: \n\n\n \nAll levels can benefit from this seminar \n\n\n \nDates: \n\n\n \n\nTuesday 7th Jan 11am\n\n\n\nTuesday 14th Jan 11am\n\n\n\nTuesday 21st Jan 11am\n\n\n\nTuesday 28th Jan 11am\n\n\n\nThursday 6th Feb 1 pm\n\n\n\nTuesday 11th Feb 11am\n\n\n\nTuesday 18th Feb 11am\n\n\n\nTuesday 25th Feb 11am\n\n\n\nTuesday 4th March 1pm\n\n\n\nTuesday 11th March 11am
URL:https://todaysmedia.co.uk/event/probate-administration-and-challenges-the-need-to-knows/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Wills & Probate Training
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SUMMARY:The A-Z of Will Drafting
DESCRIPTION:Will drafting is becoming more complex due to the nature of more complicated family dynamics\, tax planning and care fees planning. Practitioners need to be more aware of the interaction and use of trusts either in a person’s lifetime (‘inter-vivos’) or within a will and advise clients accordingly. Not only that but legislation changes have meant that the use of electronic Wills is likely to become the norm in the future\, as well as electronic assets such as bit-coin and cryptocurrency. \nAll of these changes have meant that practitioners now more than ever are having to ensure that processes are put in place to protect both themselves and their clients when questions are raised by disappointed beneficiaries as regards will validity. \nThis 10 session course will consider the current rules for will drafting\, giving practical advice as to the use of will trusts\, the interaction with the Trust Registration Service and protecting yourself against future challenges to wills you may draft. \nWhat You Will Learn: \nThis course will cover the following: \n\nThe Wills Act and its requirements\nThe layout of wills: Common clauses\, gifts and gifts of residue\nElectronic Assets\nCare fees planning and life interest clauses\nDiscretionary trusts\nThe Residence Nil Rate Band and its impact on drafting\nThe Trust Registration service and its impact on will drafting\nPractical advice – making use of allowances\nChallenges to wills\nLarke v Nugus statements\nLodging caveats\n\nPlease note\, the course fee is per person. \nAll sessions are recorded and available on demand if you are unable to join live. Please book your place and the recording will be circulated 48 hours after the live session to review on-demand. \nDates: \n\nTuesday 17th October\nTuesday 22nd October\nTuesday 29th October\nThursday 7th November\nTuesday 12th November\nTuesday 19th November\nThursday 28th November\nThursday 5th December\nTuesday 10th December\nThursday 12th December\n\nWho Should Attend \nParalegals\, professionals or solicitors who are involved in Will drafting \nLevel \nAll levels
URL:https://todaysmedia.co.uk/event/the-a-z-of-will-drafting/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Wills & Probate Training
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SUMMARY:Complaints\, Errors and Claims; How to Successfully Manage Them
DESCRIPTION:Preventing and managing complaints is a critical skill in the legal sector. In this webinar\, Lisa Summerton will provide you with the essential strategies for handling complaints effectively. You will learn to differentiate between complaints\, circumstances and claims; recognise early warning signs and understand the origins of claims. The session will also cover the importance of aligning with insurer policy wordings and how to learn and improve from past mistakes. Enhance your complaint management skills and boost client satisfaction by joining this informative session. \nPreventing and managing complaints can be challenging. Join Lisa Summerton as she shares essential strategies for effectively handling complaints. Topics include policy definitions\, the difference between claims and circumstances\, risk management strategies and the hidden costs of claims. Attendees will gain an understanding of the impact of claims on premiums\, and implement effective risk management practices within their firms. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to strengthen your expertise in complaint management and elevate your client satisfaction levels. \nKey Learning Outcomes: \n\nDifferentiating between complaints\, circumstances and claims\nRecognising the precursors to a claim and how to address them\nIdentifying where claims are likely to originate and why\nDetecting potential complaints early and implementing proactive measures to mitigate them compliantly\nEnsuring alignment with your insurer’s policy wordings\nLearning from past mistakes to improve future practices
URL:https://todaysmedia.co.uk/event/complains-errors-and-claims/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Conveyancing Training,Family Law Training,Wills & Probate Training
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SUMMARY:Overcoming Challenges when Drafting LPAs
DESCRIPTION:In this miniseries\, you will learn how to draft LPAs that demonstrate real value to your clients. We will seek to overcome some of the common challenges that we face when advising clients about LPAs\, so that our client will see us as their trusted advisor\, recommend us and instruct us time and time again. \nBy the end of the sessions\, you will be able to: \n\nIdentify what instructions to take from clients to effectively draft their LPAs\nApply the test of Mental Capacity to make LPAs\nWrite instructions and preferences in an LPA\, including some common clauses and challenges\nDemonstrate an understanding of Business LPAs and when they are needed\nBuild an understanding of Health and Welfare decisions\nInterpret the differences between advanced decisions and a health and welfare LPA\nUnderstand how advanced decisions and health and welfare LPAs interact and which is best to use\nIdentify what information and advice to give to attorneys\nNavigate the changes to LPAs under the Powers of Attorney Act 2023\n\nPlease note\, the course fee is per person. \nAll sessions are recorded and available on demand if you are unable to join live. Please book your place and the recording will be circulated 48 hours after the live session to review on-demand. \nPlease note\, the course fee is per person. \nAll sessions are recorded and available on demand if you are unable to join live. Please book your place and the recording will be circulated 48 hours after the live session to review on-demand. \nDates: \n\nWednesday 2nd October\nWednesday 9th October\nWednesday 16th October\nWednesday 23rd October\nWednesday 30th October\n\nWho Should Attend \nAll practitioners \nLevel \nAll levels
URL:https://todaysmedia.co.uk/event/overcoming-challenges-when-drafting-lpas/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Wills & Probate Training
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SUMMARY:How to Navigate the Legal Complexities when Supporting Clients with Dementia
DESCRIPTION:These sessions will address some of the challenges within the law when helping clients with dementia with legal services so that you can feel confident in supporting their needs and ensuring you are compliant with your professional obligations. \nIt will dispense some of the popular myths surrounding the illness and consider how we can communicate better with clients who have dementia by asking the right questions. \nYou will learn practical tips to take away and implement into your day-to-day work \nBy the end of these sessions you will be able to: \n\nUnderstand what dementia is\nDemonstrate how to meet the needs of vulnerable clients and support clients with dementia\, as well as their families\nManage conflicts of interest and identify who your client is\nNavigate the rules surrounding access and rights to personal information\nUnderstand the circumstances when access and disclosure of an incapacitated person’s will is permitted\nRecognise when it is the right time to register an Enduring Power of Attorney\nExtensive notes will be provided and time will be set aside for delegate questions\n\nPlease note\, the course fee is per person. \nAll sessions are recorded and available on demand if you are unable to join live. Please book your place and the recording will be circulated 48 hours after the live session to review on-demand. \nDates: \n\nThursday 19th September\nTuesday 24th September\n\nWho Should Attend \nAll practitioners \nLevel \nBeginner and Intermediate
URL:https://todaysmedia.co.uk/event/wills-probate-dementia-clients-training/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Wills & Probate Training
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240918T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240918T120000
DTSTAMP:20260521T015644
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SUMMARY:Assessing Mental Capacity
DESCRIPTION:A practical webinar aimed at understanding the principles of mental capacity and how to assess capacity for clients who may lack the capacity to make their own decisions. \nBy the end of these sessions you will be able to: \n\nDemonstrate an understanding of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and the legal framework\, including:\n\nDefinition of Mental Capacity\nThe test for Capacity\n\n\nDemonstrate an understanding of when to consider a client’s mental capacity and the illnesses which may affect decision making\nApply the test of Capacity\nDemonstrate an understanding of capacity to instruct a practitioner\nIdentify\, through the use of practical examples\, how to determine a lack of mental capacity\nWork out what to include in your file and attendance notes\nIdentify when to instruct an expert to undertake a mental capacity assessment.\n\nExtensive notes will be provided and time will be set aside for delegate questions \nPlease note\, the course fee is per person. \nAll sessions are recorded and available on demand if you are unable to join live. Please book your place and the recording will be circulated 48 hours after the live session to review on-demand. \nPlease note\, the course fee is per person. \nAll sessions are recorded and available on demand if you are unable to join live. Please book your place and the recording will be circulated 48 hours after the live session to review on-demand. \nDates: \n\nWednesday 18th September\n\nWho Should Attend \nAll practitioners \nLevel \nBeginner and Intermediate
URL:https://todaysmedia.co.uk/event/assessing-mental-capacity/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Conveyancing Training,Family Law Training,Wills & Probate Training
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240904T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240904T120000
DTSTAMP:20260521T015644
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SUMMARY:The Trust Register - the need to knows in 2024
DESCRIPTION:Due to the wide scope of the Trust Register (‘TRS’)\, this webinar catches not only will trusts and lifetime trusts (eg: of life policies) but also joint ownership of assets like residential property. This session will bring you up to date and will look at the latest position and how things might have changed. \nThe latest guidance\, provided by HMRC in the TRS Manual (TRSM) will also be considered with the official understanding of how TRS works along with other thorny issues to make sense of this new practical area. \nWe will also consider your firms responsibilities under the regulations in reporting discrepancies and what advice should be provided to clients. \nYou Will Learn: \n\nAn overview of the TRS\nWhat this means for Estates and Administration\nHow variations and appropriations of assets affect the TRS\nCo-ownership issues\nPenalties and reporting discrepancies\n\nPlease note\, the course fee is per person. \nAll sessions are recorded and available on demand if you are unable to join live. Please book your place and the recording will be circulated 48 hours after the live session to review on-demand. \nDates: \n\nWednesday 4th September\n\nWho Should Attend \nAll practitioners \nLevel \nAll levels
URL:https://todaysmedia.co.uk/event/the-trust-register-2024/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Wills & Probate Training
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240620T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240620T120000
DTSTAMP:20260521T015644
CREATED:20240613T095608Z
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SUMMARY:Enhancing Client Relationships: From Enquiry to Lifelong Client
DESCRIPTION:Thursday June 20th\, 2024 \n11:00 am – 12:00 pm \nIn this webinar\, Lisa Summerton\, Strategic Business Consultant will delve into the crucial role every team member plays in transforming enquiries into transactions and cultivating lifelong client relationships. The session will cover essential topics such as making a great first impression\, handling quotes and fee objections\, implementing client retention strategies and identifying client needs beyond transactions. Participants will gain valuable insights and practical strategies to enhance their client interactions and create lasting impressions.
URL:https://todaysmedia.co.uk/event/enhancing-client-relationships-from-enquiry-to-lifelong-client/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Conveyancing Training,Family Law Training,Wills & Probate Training
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