A recent study by Aviva has revealed that money is often a taboo subject for the over 55s, with more than a quarter of over 55s admitting they haven’t discussed their financial retirement plan with their spouses. Even more worryingly, only just over a third of over 55s have yet to write a Will. This resistance to…
Wrigley Claydon’s Todmorden Office are supporting Age UK Todmorden for the whole of March in their “Make a Will Month” campaign. Together with Jayne Brearley and Co our solicitors are donating their time and expertise to encourage people to ask about making a will and to help them create one. An Age UK spokesperson said: “For your…
Recently discussions regarding handing over authority to another person to act on your behalf should you become mentally or physically incapable have been rife. Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPA) have been all over the newspaper headlines because some family members have been abusing their power, whilst others have become frustrated by banks refusing to acknowledge…
We run a free weekly legal clinic in Uppermill, Saddleworth every Wednesday, 9am to 12.30pm at the Conservative Club on the High Street. Come by and talk to a Saddleworth Lawyer. The aim of the clinic is to provide initial advice to those within the local community of Oldham and Saddleworth, either by appointment, or as…
As we say goodbye to 2013 and welcome in 2014, now is the time to make some changes and make New Year’s Resolutions
We are an Oldham Solicitors Firm with lawyers and experienced legal professionals providing a service like no-other in Oldham or Todmorden and their surrounding areas. As well as treating our existing clients with a VIP service, that can involve home visits. We also care about the local community by offering a variety of free legal…
As a landowner it’s important to understand, and take into consideration, occupier’s liability. As an occupier of a home or land, you have a duty of care towards those who visit your property
September saw “Remember a Charity in your Will” week. Charities joined forces with the government to highlight the importance of gifts left to charity in Wills.
Do I need a probate solicitor? When someone dies, someone needs to sort everything out. Death is a major event which has consequences that need to be properly handled on behalf of the deceased. Probate is the legal authority conferred upon someone to carry out the administration of the estate. The ‘estate’ includes; money, both…
Surveys carried out by www.which.co.uk show that half of the population does not have a Will. Furthermore, people put off making a Will, often until they are in their 50’s. This leaves a sizeable number uncovered, not to mention those who die young. Making a Will lets you leave clear instructions about how your estate is to…