The Importance of Having a Power of Attorney
Hearing so many families losing loved ones and the long-term effect Covid-19 has had on their lives is distressing. However, it does highlight the importance of having a Power of Attorney in place. Too often we hear of spouses with separate bank accounts where one of them becomes ill and the other isn’t able to […]
What is Scottish Guardianship?
A Guardianship Order is a court order, which authorises a person to act and make decisions on behalf of an Adult with incapacity. In Scotland, an Adult is a person who is 16 years old and over. The law relating to guardianship is governed by the Adults with Incapacity (Scotland) Act 2000. It is important […]
What are the Scottish Standard Clauses?
You have saved up scrupulously for months, found the property of your dreams, and now you have had your offer accepted. You are finally ready to begin moving home and you have instructed your solicitor to arrange the legalities for you. However, there are many practical aspects to consider when moving to a new property. […]
The Impact of Covid-19 on Guardianship Applications and Renewals in Scotland
Although restrictions have eased there is still a significant impact, which will be felt in the coming weeks and months. Where someone has been assessed as lacking capacity and has not put in place a Power of Attorney, an application requires to be made to the Court for a guardian to be appointed with legal […]
Dementia Awareness Week 2021
Today sees the start of Dementia Awareness week in Scotland which, prior to the pandemic, would have culminated with Alzheimer Scotland’s annual conference. Sadly, the conference will not be taking place again this year due to current restrictions. However, during this time we can all continue to show support and continue to raise awareness for […]
Guardianship for Young Adults
Young adults who lack capacity – guardianship orders Any parent of a young adult who lacks capacity and is approaching 16, or has just turned 16, should take advice on whether they should apply for a guardianship order. Until the age of 16 you have been able to make decisions on behalf of your child. […]
Regulations Facilitate Adaptations to Common Parts
Historic position Historically when a disabled proprietor wanted to make an alteration to the common parts of a tenement to allow them to continue to use and enjoy their home by, for example, introducing a stair lift, access ramp or additional handrails by dint of the Common Law they required the consent and agreement of […]
New Year To Do List – Will and Power of Attorney
To do list: Prepare a Will Prepare a Power of Attorney For most people preparing a Will and Power of Attorney are tasks […]
Managing Your Affairs During a Pandemic
Life has changed dramatically for us all since March 2020. We had hoped that we would be getting “back to normal” sometime soon – would any of us have thought we would still be living under restrictions more than 8 months later? Many of us have put things off, vowing that we will do this […]
First-time Buyers Should Consider Lifetime ISA
A Lifetime ISA, or ‘LISA’ as they’re regularly referred to, offers a similar deal to Help to Buy ISAs but with considerable differences which you should watch out for or take advantage of. Some people may be taking advantage of a LISA to save for later in life (over 60), however there are benefits of using a LISA […]
