Blogs
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Why do I need a Lasting Power of Attorney?
A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) allows you to appoint someone to make decisions on your behalf in relation to your property and financial affairs and/or your health and welfare. This can be when you are no longer able to make decisions yourself or just when you have...
Probate – Who, what, where & how?
Probate. It’s a bit confusing isn’t it? When do we need it, how do we apply for it? In this article we’ll look at the basics; a good place to start. What IS Probate? When someone dies the law calls them “the deceased” and everything they owned (this is called their...
Should You Register Your Unregistered Deeds? The Pros and Cons Explained
If you've owned your property for a long time, you might find yourself in possession of a bundle of old deeds that prove your ownership. In legal terms, these are known as "unregistered deeds." But what does this mean, and should you consider registering them? Let's...
Famous Folk who Died Without Leaving a Will
What happens when you die without leaving a Will (i.e. you die intestate)? If there is no Will written when you die then you die intestate. This will mean that property or assets automatically pass onto your next of kin. When soul singer Amy Winehouse tragically died...
Charity Wills Week
“It’s been great to run our Charity Will Weeks 2023/24 and raise money for some fantastic local charities and good causes, big thanks to all the staff and clients who took part” - David Sinclair According to our spreadsheet we raised £14,965.00* in total! *without...
Your Family Matters
Acorn Solicitors are local, friendly family-run firm of Solicitors who are here to help you with any enquiries or issues you may have in relation to your Wills, Probate and other related family matters. Below are some of the questions we are most frequently asked. Why...
What is the Court of Protection?
What is the Court of Protection? The Court of Protection deals with the property, financial affairs and personal welfare of people who lack mental capacity to make decisions for themselves. A person may have difficulty in managing their affairs for a number of reasons...
Safeguarding Your Future: Understanding Powers of Attorney
Safeguarding Your Future: Understanding Powers of Attorney with Insights from Our Specialist Solicitors In today's world, where uncertainties lurk around every corner, it's crucial to plan for the future. One essential aspect of this planning involves Powers of...
Acorn Solicitors are now a LLP!
We are pleased to announce that as of 1st May 2022, Acorn Solicitors has converted to a limited liability partnership (LLP) status under English law. Conversion to LLP allows us to enhance our structure and comes at an exciting time for the firm as we continue to...
