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Only one in three people have written a Will and yet it is probably the most important document you will ever sign. It’s never too early to start planning your family’s future.
Our friendly wills, trusts and probate team will spend time getting to know you to fully understand your needs. They will help explain any legal jargon and can usually give you a quote before starting any work. They are happy to offer home appointments if you are not able to come to our Jesmond office.
Each matter will be dealt with by a solicitor who will handle the full process for you. All of our associate solicitors have more than ten years’ experience and are full members of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP). Click here to meet the wills and probate team headed by Lydia McCaslin.
Wills
Although a Will is one of the most important documents that you will sign, the majority of the UK adult population do not have a valid Will in place. Wills ensure that on your death your assets will be distributed according to your wishes.
Read morePowers of Attorney
Power of Attorney allows someone to act on your behalf for a limited time, or in relation to limited matters such as selling a property for you whilst you are abroad, while Lasting Powers of Attorney gives people you trust the legal authority to make decisions on your behalf should you become unable to do so yourself, for example, as a result of a stroke.
Read moreEstate Administration and Probate
Our experienced solicitors can sensitively help you to obtain a Grant of Representation or handle the full administration of an estate following the death of a loved one.
Read moreCourt of Protection Applications
If the worst happens and you or a loved one become unable to manage your property and financial affairs but do not have a Power of Attorney in place, an application will need to be made to the Court of Protection for a Deputy to be appointed to manage your financial affairs.
Read moreTrusts and Lifetime Estate Planning
As well as including trusts in Wills, we can also set up lifetime trusts to assist with wider succession planning in relation to your estate.
Read moreContesting a Will
Mincoffs Solicitors’ expert team can advise on the legalities of contentious probate and the process of contesting a Will or any other related dispute.
Read moreSorting out your affairs may seem daunting but our understanding team is here to help. Contact:
