Estate planning for yourself or a loved one can be a very challenging. It can be a lengthy process, dealing with paperwork and navigating time-consuming legislation, often with significant tax implications.
Our expert private client solicitors are well-experienced in this field and can support and advise you along the way, to ensure that your personal and any business affairs, including money, property and other assets, are protected and taken care of in accordance with your wishes.
Contact our expert Wills, Trusts and Estates solicitors by calling 0191 568 2050 or emailing enquiries@sweeneymiller.co.uk
Applying to the Court of Protection helps you deal with the affairs of someone who lacks the mental capacity to manage their own. We can help you with this process which can take up to 6 months depending on the situation.
It is important for all individuals to assign a Lasting Power of Attorney. This is someone who will make financial and healthcare decisions on your behalf in the event that you become unable to.
Writing a will is a process that many don’t consider until they are older. But it is important at all ages to have a will written, especially if you have joint assets with someone or have children. Our will writing solicitors can help you put together a legally binding document to ensure that your wishes are carried out after you pass.
Dealing with a loved one’s estate after they die can be complicated and disputes can arise. We can help you with estate administration to ease this pressure.
