WILLS

It is advisable for everyone to make a Will to ensure that those you would want to inherit your estate will do so. It is often possible to draw a Will so that it reduces the amount of Inheritance Tax payable on your death. We can also advise you on lifetime Inheritance Tax planning measures to minimise the Inheritance Tax payable on your death.

POWERS OF ATTORNEY

The Law Society of Scotland recommend that everyone over the age of 50 grants a close and trusted individual power to deal with their affairs in the event that they are unable to do so, during their lifetime.

If you were to lose mental capacity without having done so, your next of kin would require to go through a complicated, time consuming and costly court procedure to obtain authority to deal with your financial and administrative affairs on your behalf. This can be avoided by signing a Power of Attorney whilst you are fit and well. We can advise on all aspects of Powers of Attorney.
 

The following partners specialise in Wills and Powers of Attorney:

Rosina M Dolan

Bethia Hamilton

Kathleen McArthur