When creating a trust as part of your estate or succession planning, signing the trust deed is just the beginning. A vital next step is transferring the intended assets to the trustee. Without this transfer,

A little-known but highly valuable Inheritance Tax (IHT) relief exists when charitable donations are made from an estate. Rather than being a tax that is paid, this relief actually reduces the overall rate of IHT

Making a Will is one of the most important steps an individual can take to protect their loved ones and ensure that their wishes are carried out after death. However, many people in the UK

When families are considering placing a loved one into a care home, the process can be emotionally and practically overwhelming. Among the many questions that arise, one that often causes confusion is why some care…

Blended families are becoming more common, with many people entering new relationships, marriages, or civil partnerships later in life, or ‘starting again’ and having more children with a new partner. While these families bring joy

In our increasingly global world, it’s not uncommon for close family members of vulnerable adults to be living abroad. One question I often encounter as a Court of Protection lawyer is whether someone living overseas

When someone loses the capacity to make decisions for themselves, it can be an emotional and overwhelming time. If there’s no lasting power of attorney (LPA) in place, you may need to apply for deputyship

When acting as a deputy under a Court of Protection order, you may need to sell a property on behalf of the person who lacks capacity (P). This could be necessary to fund care, downsize

Court of Protection deputies play a crucial role in safeguarding the interests of individuals who lack mental capacity to manage their affairs. However, as we move through 2025, deputies—whether professional, local authority, or lay (family)

Families in the South East are being urged to take action to safeguard their financial future ahead of upcoming changes to inheritance tax (IHT) rules. The latest budget announced a freeze on the IHT nil