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WILLS AND TRUSTS.

We believe that every client of ours should have made a Will. It is one of the most important things in putting you affairs in order. Without a Will the law will decide what happens to your money and home when you die.  There can be some unpleasant surprises when this happens.

It is essential to consider the effect of Inheritance Tax when making a Will. There are ways in which this tax can be eliminated or reduced. We can assist (if necessary in conjunction with your Financial Adviser or your Accountant) with your tax and estate planning needs.

LIVING WILLS
These enable you to give directions about medical treatment in the event of a terminal illness. We can advise on a suitable document setting out your wishes and the procedure to be followed.

TRUSTS
We can carry out all necessary formalities and drafting of documents to set up family trusts, children's settlements and charitable organisations.






ELDERLY CLIENT SERVICES.

We believe that the elderly often need specific legal assistance with their affairs. Our relationship with clients does not come to an end when the Will has been signed and we can help with.


LASTING POWERS OF ATTORNEY
Appointing someone to help manage finances and deal with property matters

FINANCIAL PLANNING
In association with your financial adviser (or one we recommend) we can assist in raising funds to pay care costs and investing house sale proceeds

ESTATE PLANNING
It may be possible to arrange your affairs so that you do not leave a large Inheritance Tax bill for your family after you die

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PROBATE.

When a person dies, their assets must be valued and collected and their liabilities and taxes assessed and paid. The person responsible for this is the Executor appointed by the Will, or the Administrator when there is no Will. It can be a simple matter when there are few assets and no tax to pay. In other cases, it can become extremely involved.

We recognise that this can be a major worry at a sad and stressful time for the family of the deceased and we strive to be sympathetic and understanding: we believe we can often relieve the family of a great deal of worry.