What happens when someone dies without a Will?
From 26 July 2023, the Government has increased that Statutory legacy amount to £322,000 which has been prompted by inflation.
What is a Court of Protection appointed Deputy?
If a person lacks mental capacity to make decisions for themselves and they do not have a Lasting Power of Attorney in place, an application can be made to the Court of Protection for a Deputy to be appointed, so that there is someone with legal authority to take...
What is Estate Administration?
When someone dies, their Personal Representatives (PR) are legally responsible for their money, property and possessions. You are a PR if you have been named in a person’s Will as their Executor or, if they do not have a Will, if you are entitled to act as an...
What is a Lasting Power of Attorney?
A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) is a document which allows you to appoint people you trust, to act as your attorney, to make decisions on your behalf. You can make either or both LPAs. Types of Lasting Power of Attorney: Financial Decisions You can appoint an...