Help and Advice

What Legal Services You Need when You’re Diagnosed with Dementia

If you or someone you love has been diagnosed with dementia, legal support may be furthest from your mind, but it's a good time to start preparing for the future. 

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What is the Timeline for Contesting a Will?

There are time limits to contesting a will, and these will depend on your reason for contesting. Whilst you may feel that a will is unfair, it is important to consider the ‘grounds’ for contesting, as it will have to fit within a certain sector to justify your decision.

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What is Probate?

People often fear that dealing with probate is a complicated process, especially in the wake of a loved one passing away. Breaking it down can make the process more manageable.

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What is Power of Attorney?

It's difficult to think about a time when you can no longer look after yourself. But it's important to plan for your future to make sure your loved ones have the legal capability to make the right decisions for you.

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What is Better, a Will or a Trust?

If you’ve got dependants and you’re looking for a way to ensure they’re looked after when you pass away, you’re probably considering a will – but would a trust be better for you?

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What is an Executor of a Will?

Whether you’re thinking about making a will or you’ve been named as an executor in someone else’s, knowing the role and responsibilities of an executor is key.

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What is a Will?

A will is one of the most important legal documents you’ll ever make. But what exactly is a will and why is it advisable to write one?

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What Your Power of Attorney Can and Can’t Do

As you prepare for your future, you may wish to appoint a Power of Attorney. A Power of Attorney will take care of your affairs if you become unable to do so. But how can they help you when you can’t help yourself? And what aren’t they allowed to do?

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Deed of Variation Explained - Changing Estate Distribution Post-Death

If you want to change how assets are allocated in someone’s will after they’ve died, you’ll need a deed of variation. We'll tell you what it is, what you should do, and how to use a variation to maximize inherited assets.

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