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Wills & Probate
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Preparation of Wills - see our guide |
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Preparation of Lasting Powers of Attorney and Enduring Powers of Attorney |
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Tax Planning |
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Trusts |
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Administration of Estates |
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Disputes relating to Wills Trusts and Estates |
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Midlands Air Ambulance Charity
The Midlands Air Ambulance Charity has been operating in Staffordshire and the West Midlands and acts as a secondary response to Derbyshire. It has changed its name from County Air Ambulance and has recently undergone a restructuring and we are asking anyone who has left a legacy in their will to an air ambulance charity to contact Helen Vorley on 01283 531366 so we can check that your legacy is going to the correct charity.
You can find more information on the Midlands Air Ambulance Charity at
http://www.midlandsairambulance.com
Solicitors for the Elderly call for urgent regulation of will writing
Solicitors for the Elderly fears that thousands of people are putting themselves at risk of being cheated by unscrupulous salesmen who offer to write their wills but are not adequately qualified, trained or insured. Read more
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Helen's advice regarding Online Wills - Public beware
As a long standing and well regarded law firm in this area, we feel it our duty to draw people’s attention to the pitfalls and potential disasters of using an online Will service. (read more)
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How to stop unwanted direct mail to the deceased -
Helen advises that there is a free service, backed by the government which has a simple registration process. This can help avoid the distress caused by unwanted mail. Follow the link to take advantage of this service - www.the-bereavement-register.org.uk
Oct 09
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Is the Court Of Protection working - a defence
Helen says:
“The Court of Protection plays a central role in protecting the vulnerable from financial abuse. There clearly have been teething problems but Solicitors for the Elderly together with other professional bodies have been sharing their concerns and working to help resolve issues.” Read the full article
Oct 09
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