WILLS
For most a Will is essential – it guarantees that beyond your death, that your estate and all of its net worth is distributed as you wish, not broken apart according to a formula laid down by an Act of Parliament!
People often do not realise that within your Will you can make provisions for Tax Planning and stipulations for the appointment of Executors and legal Guardians for Children under the age of 18.
In addition to office appointments we offer both home and hospital visits which enables us to meet with you face to face – working in this way ensures that each of your requests are discussed thoroughly and thoughtfully, making sure that the very best of decisions are taken at all times.
ADMINISTRATION OF ESTATES / PROBATE
M. Reynolds Partnership is happy to be appointed as Executors of your Estate. There is no additional charge for this undertaking and in many cases our appointment ensures smooth and amicable conduct when carrying out your wishes upon death.
A Deed of Variation can also be considered and is an important tool in dealing with post death matters such as Inheritance Tax, please feel free to ask regarding this service we are happy to provide advice on this.
Our excellent Probate service working in an efficient and considerate manner helps to reduce the stress experienced when dealing with the affairs of someone you’ve lost that is close to you. When appointed to work on your behalf we strive to administer the Estate as simply and quickly as possible, taking care of all that needs to be dealt with.
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POWERS OF ATTORNEY
A Lasting Power of Attorney grants the authority to another to deal with your affairs on your behalf up to and including the event of mental incapacity.
There are two types of Lasting Power of Attorney: the first relates to Property and Affairs and the second to Personal Welfare. Each document is totally separate from the other, one dealing with the mechanics of property sale, investments and payment of care fees and the other relating to Personal Welfare e.g. life sustaining treatment.
M. Reynolds Partnership deals with the registration of the Lasting Power of Attorney with the Office of the Public Guardian. Assistance can be given with regard to the registration of an enduring Power of Attorney created before October 2007 which may be necessary as a result of the mental incapacity of an individual. We are also happy to advise on ordinary Power of Attorney and General Power of Attorney.
We consider a Lasting Power of Attorney to be one of the most important documents in any lifetime planning, that is why we are happy to meet with you at home or within our offices.
COURT OF PROTECTION –
THE OFFICE OF PUBLIC GUARDIAN
Where an individual has ceased to have capacity it may be necessary for family or friends to make an application to the Office of the Public Guardian for the appointment of a ‘Deputy’ to manage that individual’s affairs. Full advice can be given on this.
ADVISING THE ELDERLY
With a depth and breadth of experience in family matters, M. Reynolds Partnership has the expertise to advise the elderly on a number of issues including care home arrangements and Living Wills, if you have any questions regarding this matter, please feel free to contact us – we’ll be happy to help.
WILLS & PROBATE TEAM
The Wills & Probate partner is Margaret Reynolds who has over 30 years experience in dealing in this field. She would be happy to discuss any questions by phone. Alteratively email her on mreynolds@mrpsolicitors.co.uk
The department is supported by experienced secretarial staff who all work together to provide you with the best service ensuring that at all times there will be someone you can speak to.
We provide free advice leaflets to download through our contacts pages or upon request. Please feel free to email our Wills department on admin@mrpsolicitors.co.uk or call 01375 390239 |
