Enduring Powers of Attorney – I or a family member has one, what do I... 15 Nov 2023 Until 1st October 2007, it was possible to appoint attorneys to safeguard your financial affairs under an Enduring Power of Attorney (EPA). What is an... Read more
Do we still need a court order in respect of finances if we have agreed... 8 Nov 2023 This is a question we are regularly asked at Browell Smith and Co solicitors. The answer is quite simply… YES. Even where you and your... Read more
Why it’s Important to Get Expert Legal Assistance for Estate Planning and Probate Proceedings 16 Oct 2023 Estate planning and probate proceedings can be difficult and complex processes. When dealing with the division of assets, the details of a will or the... Read more
What is Probate? Your Questions Answered 13 Oct 2023 Probate is the process of dealing with the estate of someone who has died, which generally means clearing their debts and distributing their assets in... Read more
Ongoing delays with Probate applications 12 Oct 2023 HMCTS confirms that there has been a slight increase in the time it has taken to issue probate grants during July 2023. The vast majority... Read more
I paid into that Pension – It’s mine! 11 Oct 2023 One of the most divisive issues a divorcing couple face is the division of their pension assets. Pensions and Divorce – what you need to... Read more