Sinclair Law Solicitors showcased their sporting prowess at the RSM's annual tennis tournament yesterday. Held at the picturesque Northern Lawn Tennis Club in Didsbury, RSM UK hosted their 5th grand slam event. Jeanette Birch, Family Law solicitor said, “It proved to be a fantastic day of fierce competition and valuable networking opportunities.” Sinclair Law Solicitors enjoyed the RSM's Annual Tennis Tournament! Aiming for Success Lucy Hart, the Director of Sinclair Law Solicitors, … [Read more...]
Summer is coming – are you planning to travel abroad without having a will in place?
Doing something out of the ordinary or with increased risk, compared to our usual day-to-day lives is often the catalyst that causes people to realise they haven’t considered the worst-case scenario. What would happen to your loved ones right now without a will? Would your assets be distributed according to your wishes? The rules of intestacy, the order of distribution of your estate where you pass away without a valid will in place, do not take into account our personal circumstances or our … [Read more...]
What happens to my pets when I die?
It is estimated that 69% of households in the UK have a pet It is surprising therefore, how few people not only forget to prepare a will entirely, but of those that do many pet owners either forget to make provision for their pets or don’t know that they should include their pet in their will. When beginning to look at your estate and writing a will, questions may arise concerning the care of your pets. What if you have a beloved furry friend? What will happen to them when you die? If a … [Read more...]
Why are lasting powers of attorney so important?
Lasting powers of attorney are different to a will. A will comes into effect once a person dies and the executors named in the will obtain a Grant of Probate in order to look after the deceased person’s estate. A lasting power of attorney, however, works whilst a person is still alive but is unable to make decisions for themselves (or if they want a person to manage their property and financial affairs whilst they have capacity but require help). This could happen for a number of reasons, … [Read more...]
What happens if you die without making a Will?
When a person dies without leaving a valid will, their estate (which is your money, possessions and property) must be shared out according to certain rules. This established provision is known as the ‘rules of intestacy’. A person who dies without a valid Will is known to have died intestate. The people who can inherit under the rules of intestacy are married or civil partners and some other close relatives such as children and grandchildren. However, the order in which blood relatives have a … [Read more...]