Free Public Talk – Will Wishes for the New Year

Swayne Johnson Solicitors North Wales are holding a completely free Public Talk which is aimed to educate, inform, and provide you with much needed information about planning for your future. Featuring ways to make the perfect Will, information regarding protecting your home from potential care home fees, as well as much-needed information about the Government’s […]

Divorce Day

Solicitors across the country are expecting to receive a spike in divorce and separation enquiries in the New Year. This may appear to be at odds with the notion that the Christmas and New Year celebrations is a period when we enjoy spending time with our family and loved ones. Unfortunately, the New Year is […]

Money and Welfare – Inextricably Linked

A recent Court of Protection case has emphasised how financial decision making has a direct effect on health and welfare. In this case, when Mrs P lost her mental capacity her solicitor put himself forward to be her financial deputy. He was granted that position and instructed by the Court to find out exactly what […]

Adoption Support

There is no doubt that becoming a parent is rewarding, fulfilling and fun but on occasions it can be tiring and demanding. Adopted children can have additional needs possibly due to their early life experiences and these can influence their behaviour at home or school. A recent report from the NSPCC confirmed that in England […]

Deputy Court Orders

As our elderly population increases, the number of Deputyship Orders or registered Powers of Attorney have also increased. Yet general awareness about these documents and how they work is greatly lacking. This often creates obstacles when the Deputy or Attorney is dealing with health and welfare professionals, as well as banks, pension providers, utility companies […]

“Acting in Good Faith” – What does this mean for Executors?

In a recent case, Court of Appeal Judge, Lord Justice Sales examined what it meant for an Executor to “act in good faith”. Michael and Philip Noble ran a successful family business. Michael died in 2006; his Will appointing as Executors his brother Philip, his widow Gillian and the family accountant John Barnsley. It was […]

A Voice For Animals

The Fourth of October, 2016 is World Animal Day, which has been built this year as a chance to “speak up for those who have no voice”. Around the world, events will be held to promote animal welfare and raise awareness for the protection of animals. Moving closer to home, we are very much a […]

We Are Pleased To Announce Our Macmillan Coffee Morning!

Swayne Johnson Solicitors Llandudno are partaking in the World’s Largest Coffee Morning, in order to raise funds for Macmillan Cancer Support. Macmillan offers an undeniably vital source of much-needed support, guidance and care to those who are affected by cancer, regardless of whether they are sufferers, family members, or friends. Macmillan is a charity comprised of supporters that […]

The New Inheritance Tax Rules Are Not For Everyone

  A report from accountants Saffery Campness which was commissioned by the Daily Telegraph has calculated the potential cost of delaying the new Inheritance Tax rules. Last April’s budget saw the British Government announce an increase of the Inheritance Tax threshold to “one million pounds” but this headline figure is misleading. Currently an individual estate […]

The Doorway Is Widened As To Who Can Make A Probate Claim

Randall v Randall was an “interesting” case in the High Court in May which has recently hit the law reports. Interesting in that the Court examined what it means to have an interest in an estate and therefore be able to bring a probate case against the estate. Mr and Mrs Randall, a divorced couple […]