The dangers of DIY Wills
If you choose to either draw up your own will or use an “off the shelf” DIY will kit it will undoubtebly cost you less than had you used the services of a solicitor. However, it is quite possible that…
September 18, 2018
July 3, 2018
New report warns of looming incapacity crisis
A new report from SFE (Solicitors for the Elderly) and independent think tank, Centre for Future Studies, reveals the UK is leaving medical and care preferences to chance. The report looks at the ever-increasing number of people living with dementia…
May 21, 2018
One piece at a time: Local school kids team with Slater Heelis to take action on dementia
We’ve joined forces with year six children at Forest Park Preparatory School in Sale to help raise awareness of dementia! As part of Dementia Action Week,, we’re challenging the children at the school to draw their favourite memory. Whether it’s…
May 1, 2018
Why a simple will might not be enough!
Having a will in place is essential. Even by having in place a simple Will it enables you to do such things as choose your executors, the guardians of any minor children surviving you and importantly to avoid the rules…
April 18, 2018
What is a Statutory Will and how do I apply for one?
If it is deemed that a person does not have sufficient mental capacity to make a Will themselves, then that does not mean that no Will can be prepared. The Mental Capacity Act 2005 sets out the statutory scheme for…
April 10, 2018
Q: My father has been diagnosed with aggressive Alzheimers Disease and my mum is struggling to cope with their finances as she has not dealt with them before. They never made any Powers of Attorney or Lasting Powers of Attorney and my friend says Social Services will have to deal with matters – is this correct?
A: Although it is wise to make a Lasting Power of Attorney when you have full mental capacity so that if capacity is lost (such as in your father’s case it seems) there is someone appointed to look after their…
November 21, 2017
Q. I act as my Husband’s Attorney. Can I make gifts on his behalf?
Attorneys have limited powers to make gifts. The law restricts: when gifts can be made who they can be made to; and how much can be gifted Whilst the law is clear as to when and to whom gifts can…
November 14, 2017
Q I am worried about who will look after my dogs when I die. Is there anything I can do to ensure they will be cared for?
A The importance of a Will to ensure your loved ones are provided for cannot be understated. Can this be extended to your pets? The simple answer is yes although the methods of provision can become complicated. There are few…
November 6, 2017
Q. What is a Deputyship Order?
A. A Deputyship Order is an Order made by the Court of Protection when an individual lacks capacity to deal with their own property and financial affairs or health and welfare decisions. They are usually applied for when no Lasting…
November 4, 2017
Court of Protection: The complete guide
Whether it is in support of a loved one or family member, the Court of Protection is something that more and more of us find ourselves dealing with as we get older. It may be that a close relative or…
