High Court Aids Widow Left in Precarious Position by Husband’s Death

An office of the High Court, with power to make decisions in relation to the property and affairs, health care and personal welfare of adults (and children in a few…

A trust comes into effect when a ‘settlor’ places money, land or other assets in the hands of trustees. The trustees are the legal owners of the property but are…

In October 2007 there was a fundamental change on the way in the way powers of attorney are created and the powers that they can give attorneys, when the Enduring…

You’ve gone through the application process and have been successfully appointed by the Court of Protection as a Deputy for your mentally incapacitated loved one. So you can now legally…

Anyone over eighteen-years-old is free to draw up an ‘advance decision to refuse treatment’. This is a document that records the person’s wishes as to the medical treatments they would…

The Inheritance and Trustees’ Powers Act came into force in late 2014. It changes intestacy law in England and Wales to allow a deceased's estate to pass to their widow, widower or…

It is easy to keep putting off making a will. However, having a valid will is the only way to guarantee that your estate goes to who you want it…

You’re clear on what your responsibilities are as a Deputy, but how do you make sure that the assets and well-being of the mentally incapacitated person you’re acting for are…

If a family member or friend loses the ability through mental incapacity to make their own decisions you can apply to the Court of Protection for permission to make decisions for…

It's easy to include a charity in your will, but you should always consult your solicitor before you write or change your will  to be sure it reflects your exact…