
The importance of leaving a valid Will so your family can claim your estate
When someone dies without a Will or known heirs, their unclaimed estate can pass to the Crown under a principle known as Bona Vacantia, Latin for “ownerless goods.”
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Expert legal support for family matters, property, and life’s key milestones.
Personal legal advice tailored to you and your family, at every stage of life.
Trusted legal expertise to support, protect, and grow your business.
From everyday matters to complex challenges, our experts collaborate to give your business complete support.
TWM Solicitors is one of the largest legal practices in Surrey, and one of the South East’s leading law firms.
TWM Solicitors has offices in Epsom, Guildford, Leatherhead, London, Reigate and Wimbledon.

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Our featured media coverage:
Stuart Downey, Partner in Will, Trust and Estate Disputes at TWM Solicitors, comments in The Telegraph, Solicitors Journal and Money Week on the rise in disputes over inheritance, and how inheritance generally coming later in life means beneficiaries have the resources to fund a claim.
David Lunn, Partner in Private Client at TWM Solicitors, comments in PA Adviser on Kemi Badenoch’s proposed rollback of inheritance tax (IHT) rises, suggesting that she could go further in reforming IHT to deliver more meaningful benefits for families and estates.
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