'There's no trust in place, but there is a will' "How long does it take for an executor to be able to access the account and pay the debts of the deceased?" (Photo subject is a model.) Dear Quentin, ...

Losing a loved one is never easy — and if you’ve been named executor of their will, you’re also stepping into a big responsibility. An executor is the person legally appointed to settle the deceased’s ...

If you’re one of the millions of British adults who don’t have a will – and perhaps have little else organised for when you die – then spare a thought for whoever inherits the headache you may leave ...

In life, Facebook is a go-to place for many to share with friends and family. But what happens to your profile when you die? Now, Facebook is giving users a say in that. Facebook is announcing ...

It's difficult enough to lose a parent — but what do you do if a sibling isn't suited to be the executor?

Whether it’s totting up tax bills or dealing with disputes over a will, being the executor of someone’s estate can be a ...

In our weekly legal column, the Leader, with the expert advice of the team at GHP Legal, sets out to answer some of your problems. Today's question is answered by Partner Ulia ...