In recognition of Carer’s UK - Power of Attorney Day – 22 April 2026, I thought it would be helpful to set out some general information on how important it is to have Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs) in place, even if they are not yet...
Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs) are documents whereby a donor (the person making the LPAs) gives authority to an attorney or attorneys to act on their behalf. There are two types of LPA: Property and Financial, and Health and Welfare. ...
When an individual lacks the necessary mental capacity to make a Will for themselves, it is possible that a Statutory Will can be made for them. A Statutory Will looks and works very much like a regular Will. Under the Mental Capacity Act...
People sometimes like to make cash gifts to family or friends during their lifetime. This could be for a variety of reasons and whilst their generosity is appreciated, the person may not realise if the gift is made within seven years of their death...