Wills, Probate, Administration of Estates
A will is a legal document that expresses an individual’s wishes regarding the distribution of their assets and the appointment of guardians for minor children, among other things. It allows a person, known as the testator, to specify how they want their property, money, and possessions (collectively referred to as their estate) to be distributed after their death. The will can also name an executor, who is responsible for carrying out the instructions stated in the will.
Probate is the legal process that validates and implements a will. It involves obtaining the authority from the court to distribute the deceased person’s estate according to their wishes as stated in the will.
Making a Will is an important decision for everyone to consider. By having a valid Will the emotional and financial strain of dealing with the death of a loved one can be reduced.
We can prepare your Will and deal with the administration of a deceased’s estate whether or not they made a Will.
Our probate fees are available here.
Lasting Powers of Attorney
A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) is a legal document that allows an individual, known as the donor, to appoint one or more persons, referred to as attorneys, to make decisions on their behalf in case they become unable to do so due to mental or physical incapacity.
The purpose of a lasting power of attorney is to provide a legal framework for someone to act on behalf of the donor when they are unable to make decisions themselves. LPAs offer peace of mind and ensure that trusted individuals can manage the donor’s affairs and make important decisions in their best interests when they are no longer able to do so independently.
We can prepare and advise on Lasting Powers of Attorney as well as dealing with registration at the office of the public guardian. We also register Enduring Powers of Attorney.