by Kate Lawrence LL.B | Jan 15, 2025 | Guides, Power of Attorney
A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) can help the elderly better plan their future welfare. Allowing them to weigh up their options and choose the best way forward, an LPA empowers individuals to feel confident in their decisions. Caring for elderly parents can feel...
by Kate Lawrence LL.B | Jan 14, 2025 | Guides, Power of Attorney
The loss of mental capacity can be a difficult time for the sufferer and their loved ones. It prompts questions about who’s responsible for looking after their personal affairs and financial matters, which can be a difficult topic to broach. These questions can be...
by Chloe Atkinson | Jan 8, 2025 | Guides, Trusts
A trust agreement is an essential legal tool to help you manage your assets and ensure they’re distributed according to your wishes. However, just like other legal documents, it isn’t a one-and-done deal. Life keeps changing, and so should your trust. Significant...
by Chloe Atkinson | Jan 6, 2025 | Guides, Trusts
Estate planning is essential for any family, but for blended families, it can be even more important – and complicated. When families merge, ensuring everyone is considered fairly can be tricky. Whether you have children from previous marriages, stepchildren, or...
by Kate Lawrence LL.B | Jan 3, 2025 | Guides, Power of Attorney
In times of illness or medical emergencies, making important decisions can be challenging to navigate – especially when a person is unable to speak for themselves. This is where a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) for health and welfare becomes invaluable. An LPA allows...
by Kate Lawrence LL.B | Jan 1, 2025 | Guides, Wills
Inheritance disputes can occur even in the most close-knit families, and they often turn what should be a time of healing into a legal and emotional conflict. Whether it’s disputes over assets, disagreements about wills, or unclear family wishes, inheritance...