Wills, Probate & Trusts
Effective and impartial advice when you need it most
Wills are important. Whatever your circumstances it makes sense to ensure that your wishes concerning your property and affairs are carried out when you die.
A lifetime trust or settlement may also be appropriate, for example to make financial provision for children or a disabled relative. Our ‘private client’ team has the experience and expertise to help you arrive at the right solution for your personal or family financial planning.
Inheritance Tax Planning
With the escalation of property prices in the Thames Valley over recent years, Inheritance Tax has become an area of concern for growing numbers of people.
We can provide sensible, effective advice about family priorities and opportunities for Inheritance Tax planning, including wills and lifetime trusts.
Probate
We are able to provide specialist help with the administration of estates, ranging from initial advice to obtaining grants of representation and handling the administration. Whatever our role, we aim to assist with sensitivity and respect, recognising how difficult a time of bereavement can be for the family.
Powers of Attorney
Making a lasting power of attorney is an inexpensive method of ensuring that someone you trust has legal authority to look after your finances and personal affairs if you should become incapable of doing so for yourself. We can help with the forms and registration formalities as well as providing background advice.
Court of Protection
We have wide experience of dealing with mental capacity issues, including involvement with the Court of Protection both acting for carers and also in the role of deputy (formerly, receiver).
To speak to one of our team of specialist solicitors telephone us on 0118 939 3999 or email wtp@dextermontague.co.uk
