As part of its ongoing commitment to social mobility, full-service Sussex law firm Mayo Wynne Baxter has partnered with the Dare to Dream initiative – delivered by the Love Local Jobs Foundation – to help

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

We understand that navigating the complexities of the family justice system can be overwhelming, especially navigating legal jargon, unclear deadlines and an abundance of paperwork.  Whether you’re a parent, child, or involved in any family

Matthew Pennycook MP has announced on 23 January 2025 that he has signed regulations to remove the two-year ownership rule for leaseholders of flats to extend their lease, and leaseholders of houses to extend their

I read an article about Max George, singer of The Wanted, who revealed to The Sun Newspaper that he wrote a Will from his hospital bed before having surgery for a heart condition.  Max George

We are proud to announced a 7% increase in MWB’s revenue for the past financial year, taking the firm’s turnover to more than £13.5 million for the first time, thanks to organic growth and team

The Solicitors Regulation Authority has recently published their findings on a very small thematic review of probate files across all types of legal practice and it evidences lack of supervision being a problem. The study

When someone is appointed as a Deputy by the Court of Protection, they are given the responsibility of making decisions for a person (P) who cannot make decisions for themselves. A key area of focus