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Industry Excellence Recognised: Fraser and Fraser Crowned Probate Research Firm of the Year at the British Wills and Probate Awards 2025
October 10, 2025

The legal world turned its eyes to Manchester last night at the British Wills and Probate Awards 2025 celebrating the leading firms and individuals in the industry. In a testament to their enduring expertise, unwavering professionalism, and commitment to reuniting families with their rightful inheritances, Fraser and Fraser was awarded the prestigious title of Probate […]

The Law of Legacy: A Digital Reality Check
October 7, 2025

For more than a century, the law governing wills in England and Wales has remained largely unchanged. The Wills Act 1837, though remarkably durable, belongs to a world of quill pens, wet seals, and family solicitors who knew every client by name. It is worth remembering that 1837 was a pivotal year in legal and […]

Trace Magazine – Edition One
September 19, 2025

Edition One of Trace Magazine is now live. Explore expert perspectives on probate, modernising wills, and other key topics. Click below to begin reading

When the Law Says “Any Person” – But the System Says “No”
September 17, 2025

For over 60 years, Fraser & Fraser has worked hand-in-hand with the General Register Office (GRO) to ensure that estates are distributed lawfully and fairly. These records — birth, marriage, and death certificates — are not just bureaucratic paperwork; they are public records at the very heart of justice. And Parliament made that crystal clear. […]

Remembering Del
August 15, 2025

We said a final goodbye to our colleague, Derek Joseph Kirwan (Del), as he was laid to rest. For 26 years, Del was a beloved and foundational member of our research team at Fraser and Fraser before his long-term health issues led him to leave. Del was a proud father to his son and daughter […]

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