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

MWB have been celebrating the firms four recent promotions, which were effective from May 2025. The firm has promoted Angela Payne to associate chartered legal executive, and Ganesh Kent to associate solicitor. Private client lawyer

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

MWB has reaffirmed its commitment to East Grinstead by relocating to a new, modern office in the heart of the town. The new modern and spacious office – on the second floor of Medway House,

We have launched a dedicated attorney affairs team to assist clients with managing their personal and financial affairs. The newly-formed team is led by Tracy Rowden, a partner in the private client department who has

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)