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The autumn 2025 edition of Title Research’s news digest, Entitlement, is now available.
Entitlement is our industry-focused magazine aimed at Solicitors and legal professionals. Our autumn edition is out now.
This quarter, we feature the following:
A lead article from guest author Scott Walker, Trainer and Speaker, and Consultant Solicitor at Richard Nelson LLP, who challenges the long-held stereotype that only bold, outspoken personalities thrive in the legal profession. Drawing from personal experience and deep insight, he highlights how traits like introversion, sensitivity, and quiet reflection are not weaknesses, but powerful assets. This article serves as a timely reminder that there is no single mould for success in law. He champions the belief that by embracing diverse personality types, we can build stronger teams, deepen client relationships, and create a more inclusive, human-centred profession.
In our second article, Title Research shines a spotlight on a disturbing vulnerability in our legal system, one that criminals have been exploiting to misappropriate estates from rightful heirs. We examine how gangs have manipulated the transparency of unclaimed estates to establish fraudulent claims, and argue for stronger safeguards that balance public accountability with the protection of beneficiaries. Find out why removing the Bona Vacantia list from public view matters not only for probate and genealogy professionals, but for the integrity of the legal system itself.
Our third article, brought to you by Anthony Allsopp, Head of Business here at Title Research, sheds insight on some of the most frustrating delays and complexities that should be expected when administering cross-border estates. He unpacks the procedural, legal, and practical hurdles posed by IRS requirements, highlighting how even routine estates can face multi-year delays. For legal professionals, this article acts as a timely reminder that early planning, expectation management, and specialist support are crucial when navigating the transatlantic probate minefield.
Finally, we conclude this edition with an interview with our very own Ben Osborne, Business Development Manager at Title Research. In an increasingly complex legal landscape, the need for specialised support in probate genealogy and international asset administration has never been greater. As estates become increasingly complex and global in scope, legal professionals are turning to trusted partners who can deliver expert solutions with precision and reliability. Ben offers a candid and insightful look into his role at the forefront of this evolving field. With a strong background in professional services and a clear passion for building meaningful client relationships, Ben shares how he bridges the gap between legal professionals and the specialist services that help them navigate complex estate matters with confidence. His reflections reveal not only the value Title Research brings to law firms across the UK, but also the personal commitment that drives meaningful client outcomes.
We hope you enjoy the autumn issue of Entitlement. If you'd like to contribute to future editions at any point, please email: marketing@titleresearch.com.
To access the autumn 2025 edition of Entitlement, please use this link.
If you’d like to find out more about how Title Research can help you with probate genealogy or foreign asset repatriation, then please call our team on 0345 87 27 600 or fill in the form below.
Topics: Entitlement, Title Research, Bona Vacantia, Overseas Assets, Heir hunters, Guest writer, Solicitor
