Common Will Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
It’s easy to think that there isn’t much work put into preparing a Will and that it’s as easy as writing down... Read More
What Needs to be Done Once Someone has Passed Away
What happens when someone dies? Once someone has passed away, there are certain steps required to be undertaken in order to deal... Read More
What Happens if a Person Does Not Have Capacity and Does Not Have a Will?
Firstly, if you are unsure if someone has capacity, the person in question can be seen by their treating doctor to determine... Read More
What is the difference between Leave Reserved and Renouncing Probate?
Leave Reserved If you are appointed as Executor of a Will and you do not wish to apply for a Grant of... Read More
Information for Witnessing Documents
Information for witnesses You may be asked to act as witness for a person completing: an enduring power of attorney appointment a... Read More
What is the difference between Tenants in Common and Joint Proprietors?
What is the difference between Tenants in Common and Joint Proprietors? There are some key differences between Tenants in Common and Joint... Read More
What Happens if an Executor Cannot Be Found or Refuses to Act?
What is an executor of a will? An executor is a person named in the will of the deceased and is responsible... Read More
Capacity Under A Will vs Capacity Under A Power of Attorney
What is capacity? A person signing a Will or a Power of Attorney needs to have capacity to give instructions to make... Read More
What is a Solictor’s Certificate
Many times when borrowing funds from a bank, particularly when there is a guarantor involved, the lender will require a Solicitor’s Certificate... Read More
What to do if an Executor dies before the Will maker?
What is an Executor? An Executor of a Will is an individual responsible of taking care of a deceased person’s estate after... Read More