Cyber Crime

As a result of ever increasing attacks by cyber thieves, our governing body the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) has issued some further guidelines in an effort to minimise the risk with suggestions as to steps we and our clients can take to reduce the risk of cyber crime against us.

Identity checks and money laundering

We operate a robust identity checking system, in accordance with the SRA guidelines.

Lawyer check

As a standard now we have implemented a 3rd party check ( with an authorised SRA provider ) on all Lawyers and Solicitors practices involved in any transaction where money is to be transferred on the day of the funds transfer.

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Supporting Charities

We speak the same language as the charities we represent and we understand how crucial our advice is to our clients. Buchanan & Co are in the top 10% supporting Solicitors in the country and not only can offer the CRUK FREE Will service, but also a ‘grant’ towards the cost of preparing Lasting Powers of Attorneys, all courtesy of CRUK. To get more details, contact us via our enquiry page

In 2023 there were 122 contested probate cases, up from 116 cases in 2022, according to the Ministry of Justice Family Court Statistics.

Philip Collins, Partner at Winckworth Sherwood, said that it “isn’t at all surprising” that there has been a rise in contested probate claims. He said: “We know that significant amounts of wealth, often tied up in property, is currently being passed down to younger generations. Inherited wealth is becoming increasingly important and can often […]