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Looking after the Farm when you can’t – the importance of putting Lasting Powers of Attorney in place

Farming businesses are unique. They often combine family life, land ownership, livestock management, machinery investment, and complex financial arrangements within…
4 months ago
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Stepping Into Their Shoes: Your Guide to Acting as an Attorney Under a Lasting Power of Attorney

We often talk about creating Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPA) and why they’re so important. But what about the people…
6 months ago
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We live in an unpredictable world – Why you shouldn’t put off your Lasting Powers of Attorney

It is one of life’s uncomfortable truths; it doesn’t matter how healthy or how fit you are, unfortunate circumstances can…
12 months ago
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Capacity in Private Wealth and Inheritance Law—The Critical Role of Lasting Powers of Attorney

When managing private wealth and planning for inheritance, one of the most overlooked—but legally crucial—considerations is mental capacity. Capacity determines…
1 year ago
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Don’t let your business plans fall down the chimney: Make an LPA for Business Interests

With the festive season in full swing, many of us are focussed on decorating, family gatherings, and gift-giving. A Lasting…
2 years ago
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Are Lasting Powers of Attorney just for the Elderly?

Many adults mistakenly believe that Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs) only become necessary when they reach an older age….
2 years ago
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Q&A: Understanding Power of Attorney

By having a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) in place, it allows you to appoint one or two close friends…
4 years ago
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The Importance of Corporate Powers of Attorney

Corporate power of attorney can be given by company directors or shareholders to appoint another person to carry out responsibilities…
5 years ago