We understand that many people put off the often difficult task of future planning, and speaking with your loved ones regarding life after death is not necessarily the top of your conversation list. However it’s an important discussion to have, as ultimately, you should be the one to decide where your assets and belongings go to when you’re no longer here.
Freers Askew Bunting Solicitors proudly supported Teesside Hospice during their Will Month campaign. Throughout January, we were given the opportunity to support a local charity – Teesside Hospice, by offering our legal services for free to those wishing to make will through the ‘Will Month’ initiative and instead, asked clients to donate to Teesside Hospice.
Probate fees are due to go before the House of Commons Delegated Legislation Committee this week, as plans are set in place to dramatically increase them. The newly proposed fee structure will be for individuals obtaining a grant of representation, following the death of a loved one. If plans are agreed, fees across England and Wales could reach up to £6,000.
Freers Askew Bunting retains Lexcel accreditation for 4th year running. The firm are proud to achieve this sought after accreditation, showcasing our excellence in legal practice management and client care.
Freers Askew Bunting Solicitors are proud supporters and friends of Guisborough Town FC, after helping to secure the longer-term future of the club at its KGV Stadium base. Our firm provided invaluable support helping the club to extend the lease on its KGV Ground.
Our team of fantastic Private Client solicitors will be at Dalby Court Care Home in Coulby Newham tomorrow, delivering an informal workshop to residents and their families, to discuss the benefits of Wills and LPA’s.
A Lasting Power of Attorney is a legal document that you (known as ‘the Donor’) make. It allows you to choose someone (known as ‘the Attorney’) that you trust, to make decisions about things such as your finances and property on your behalf, at a time in the future where you are no longer physically able or have the mental capacity to make those decisions yourself.
An unmarried mother has recently won a landmark case at the Supreme Court, in which the ruling stated she had been discriminated against when prevented from claiming Widowed Parent’s Allowance. Family lawyers, including ours at Freers Askew Bunting, have welcomed this breakthrough ruling as a step in the right direction for unmarried partners and cohabitation rights.
