Bury Will and Probate Solicitor
It is difficult to envisage a time in life when we may not be able to administer our own affairs. It is perhaps even more difficult to attempt to make plans for the eventuality of our own passing. There are many tools at our disposal to make these decisions and preparation as easy as possible.
At Crompton Halliwell, we are a full-service solicitors practice. As such, we have roots stemming back more than 120 years providing clients peace of mind with the understanding that their assets can be protected.
Our team of solicitors works hand in hand with clients through a range of preparations, including:
- Will preparation: Without a will, you have little control over the distribution of your estate or the welfare of your children should you pass away. Our wills and probate solicitors can help you ensure that provisions are made to protect against finances or child welfare rights being claimed by ex-spouses or estranged relatives.
- Trusts within wills: Our team of solicitors can create trusts within wills to preserve assets for minor children or grandchildren. We have experience in writing trusts that will protect the inheritance of disabled beneficiaries. Life interest trust wills are particularly useful in protecting the survivor from the cost of long-term care, from vulnerability if they lose their mental capacity or from the adverse impact of a divorce. Schedule a consultation with our office to learn more about this form of protection.
- Inheritance tax planning: If you neglect to make legal provisions to protect your family's future inheritance they could be liable to pay inheritance tax which is charged at 40 percent of the value of the deceased's estate which exceeds the IHT threshold (currently £325,000). A quick and easy procedure can mitigate against this situation and allow your family to maximise their entitlement.
- General powers of attorney: Should you become infirm or incapacitated, there may be legal confusion surrounding who is entitled to administer your affairs whilst you are indisposed. A brief consultation with our specialists will clarify the issues surrounding your situation and give you the confidence that your wishes are being respected.
- Administration of estates: Following the loss of a loved one, individuals face a difficult and emotionally challenging time in their lives. Added to this stress is the administration of the deceased's estate which entails the collection and distribution of the deceased person's assets and liabilities, whether or not there is a valid will. Our Bury probate solicitors have the expertise to guide grieving clients through this process efficiently and sympathetically.
- Acting as executor: Many times, our practice is called upon to act as a professional executor. In this role, we are responsible for every aspect, including planning and preparation of the funeral.
We have an experienced and sympathetic team of wills and probate solicitors who specialise in dealing sensitively with the legal issues surrounding old age and death. We make the procedures as simple and user-friendly as possible to avoid any unnecessary burden during this time of distress. Our team is also experienced in providing elderly clients options in avoiding care home fees.
Contact Our Firm
If you have questions regarding wills and probate, contact our firm by phone or by completing the e-mail form located on this website. Our business hours are from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday to Friday. In some situations, we are available for home visits.
We are situated close to the centre of Bury on St. Mary's Place which is off Silver Street and Manchester Road and close to the Library and Job Centre.
