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Planning Ahead: Incapacity, Powers of Attorney, and LGBTQIA+ Individuals

For members of the LGBTQIA+ Community, Estate Planning is more than a box-ticking exercise; it is a vital act of…
2 hours ago
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How Effective Estate Planning Can Prevent Estate Administration Disputes

Estate Administration is governed by a comprehensive statutory and common law framework intended to ensure that a deceased person’s Estate…
3 months ago
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Removal of executors: How the Court Decides Applications Under Section 50

The issue as to whether executors should remain acting in the Estate where conflicts or apparent arise, or indeed there…
4 months ago
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Statutory Wills: How the process works and why they can protect loved ones

A Statutory Will is a Will authorised by the Court of Protection for an individual who lacks the mental capacity…
4 months ago
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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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Preparing for Adulthood: Deputyship for Young People Who Lack Capacity

When a child who lacks mental capacity approaches their 18th birthday, families face an important legal shift. At 18, the…
4 months ago
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From Paw Prints to Paperwork: How to make sure your pet is looked after when you’re gone

For many of us, a pet is part of the family. When you are making a Will, it is sensible…
4 months ago
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Planning for Your Children’s Future: What Happens If You Die?

Thinking about what will happen to your children when you die can feel overwhelming, but planning ahead is one of…
5 months ago
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Why it’s important to update your Will

Most people know they should have a Will, but far fewer realise how important it is to keep that Will…
5 months ago
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“A loved one has died, what do I do now?” – why everyone should seek initial advice from a Solicitor when dealing with Probate.

Dealing with the death of a loved one is emotionally taxing, and when the thought of having to deal with…
9 months ago
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Advance care planning: How we can help you plan for the future

Advance care planning is about preparing for the possibility that you or your loved ones may need care in the…
9 months ago
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Should You Use AI to Write Your Will? Risks and the Future of Estate Planning

The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) has significantly impacted various industries, including the legal and financial sectors….
9 months ago