Elderly Legal Services

Legal processes are not straight forward and there is an increase in the reliance on technology. These factors can make undertaking any legal transaction particularly daunting and difficult for people of the older generation. Our experienced solicitors will explain the process and the options available clearly.

We offer advice tailored to the particular clients’ needs and circumstances so that they get the best service possible and a solution to suit them.

Mental capacity is an issue relevant to us all and our solicitors are used to dealing with vulnerable clients and their family members where the question of capacity arises. Our team always deal with matters in a practical and sensitive way.

Our office is easily accessible with onsite parking and ground floor meeting rooms.  If necessary, we are able to make home visits within a 5 mile radius of our office.

We can advise on how to manage your affairs if you should lose mental capacity during your lifetime the best way to structure Lasting Powers of Attorney and to build in protective measures against financial abuse.  We will assist with preparing and registering your Lasting Powers of Attorney for both finances and health.

We can help you plan how to distribute your estate through your Will, mitigate Inheritance Tax and to protect assets through the use of trusts after your death.

In the event a person has lost mental capacity, we can assist families with an application to the Court of Protection for a Deputyship order or a Statutory Will if the person is unable to make a Will or Lasting Power of Attorney.

We can advise on gifting assets or property and using trusts as well as care home fees.  No-one wants to think that their estate might be swallowed up in care fees. But there are so many schemes around it’s hard to tell what will genuinely help, and what the risks are.  We regularly advise clients who are worried about care fees. We can explain what your options are and the various pitfalls. Then you can make an informed decision about the way forward.

• Recognised Expertise:  Myerson’s Private Wealth sector proudly holds a Band 2 ranking in the Chambers and Partners High Net Worth Guide, alongside being consistently recognised as a Top Tier law firm by The Legal 500 for the past seven years. As one of the Top 200 UK law firms, Myerson provides exceptional Wills, Trusts, and Probate legal expertise. 

• Qualified Professionals: Our team holds additional qualifications in trust administration and tax regimes for trusts, along with the prestigious STEP (Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners) qualification. We have extensive experience setting up and managing live trusts, ensuring we understand the practicalities of trust operation and drafting. 

• Comprehensive Support: We provide tailored advice that respects each client's unique circumstances and understands the emotional weight of estate matters. Our solicitors handle sensitive situations with care, offering support throughout the process. 

• Holistic Approach: Our holistic strategy allows us to identify tax-saving opportunities and mitigate unexpected liabilities. We ensure clients comprehend the purpose and functioning of trusts, providing city-quality advice at regional prices. 

• Partner-Led Service: Our partner-led approach guarantees the best legal advice and commercially minded support. We collaborate with family and property law teams, delivering a comprehensive service that addresses all aspects of estate management. 

• Specialist Expertise: Our highly ranked team in The Legal 500 and Chambers for personal tax, trusts, and probate works closely with our contested wills solicitors to provide expert advice tailored to your needs. 

• Recognised Leaders: Bik-ki Wong, Head of our Private Client team, has been recognised as one of the top influential private wealth lawyers in Manchester (2023) by Business Today and as one of the best probate and wills lawyers for high-net-worth individuals in the UK (2023) by Spear's. 

• Extensive Network: Through our UK200 Group membership, we have strong connections to Independent Financial Advisers (IFAs) and tax advisers, offering comprehensive support tailored to your specific requirements. 

• Catering to Diverse Needs: Our team includes fluent Cantonese speakers, ensuring effective communication and understanding in managing estates. 

• Look at the Myerson Promise for further benefits of working with us here.