At Lester Aldridge, our solicitors have particular expertise in supporting elderly and vulnerable clients and their families. We understand the challenges that can arise through age, illness, disability or loss of mental capacity and provide clear, practical advice delivered with empathy and sensitivity.

How can we help?

The legal issues affecting elderly or vulnerable clients can be complex and overwhelming for those faced with the difficulties. Our solicitors and legal advisors can assist you with:

• Wills (including wills which provide for vulnerable dependants)
• Tax planning
• Annual tax returns
• The formation and administration of trusts
• Preparing Lasting Powers of Attorney or assisting with an application to the Court of Protection for Deputyship
• Dealing with the registration of Lasting Powers of Attorney and Enduring Powers of Attorney;
• The management of financial affairs under an LPA or Deputyship
• Selling property
• Applications to the Court of Protection, for example for the making of a Statutory Will or lifetime gifts where individuals have lost mental capacity
• Advising attorneys and deputies on their rights and responsibilities
• Advising on the financial aspects of care including local authority funding, financial planning and welfare benefits and working with other professionals where required.

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