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HELPING TO PROTECT OUR SENIOR COMMUNITY
Elder Law Solicitors in Belfast
We believe that planning for the future is important. At Mackenzie & Dorman, we are particularly interested in ensuring that our senior clients and their families receive the right advice in relation to the challenges which can face us all as we grow older.
Planning for the future brings profound peace of mind, and our dedicated team of elder law solicitors is here to guide your family through every legal step. At Mackenzie & Dorman in Belfast, we specialise in providing compassionate, expert counsel designed to secure your wishes and protect your assets as you age. A cornerstone of this preparation is meticulously establishing valid powers of attorney. By partnering with our experienced firm, you gain comprehensive assurance that your financial, medical, and personal welfare decisions will be handled reliably, regardless of what the future holds. Our mission is to empower you to maintain control over your life, even in the face of uncertainty.
Securing Your Decision-Making Authority
Understanding the necessity of appointing a trusted agent (or attorney) is vital. We provide clear, straightforward advice on drafting robust powers of attorney, specifically Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs) for both Property and Financial Affairs and Health and Welfare. We ensure these crucial legal instruments are prepared correctly and precisely reflect your wishes, meeting all UK legal requirements to be fully enforceable when needed. This proactive legal planning removes uncertainty and prevents potential future legal complexities, allowing your chosen representative (your attorney) to step in smoothly for asset management or critical health choices without unnecessary Court of Protection involvement or delay.
Comprehensive Elder Law Counsel
Our support extends well beyond the drafting of power of attorney documents. As trusted elder law solicitors, we offer holistic counsel covering the full spectrum of ageing issues, from integrating your estate plan with long-term care financing to advising on deputyship (Controllership) applications. We take a patient, personalised approach, focusing on clear communication and understanding your unique family dynamics. Our goal is to create an integrated legal strategy that safeguards your legacy, ensures responsible wealth preservation, and guarantees you receive the highest standard of care while maintaining your dignity and autonomy. We are your dedicated legal partner throughout every stage of this essential planning process.
Reach out to us today to learn more about the services that we offer.
Ensuring that our older clients have access to the best possible legal advice will always be important to us.
As we get older, we all want to ensure that our healthcare and financial needs, as well as those of our loved ones, are taken into account. And to achieve that, planning ahead is essential.
We provide advice on the setting up of Enduring Powers of Attorney, which enables you to choose a trusted individual or individuals to look after your affairs in line with your will, if you become incapable of doing so yourself.
Sound, friendly, up-to-date advice in
all areas of elder law
Property and Financial Affairs EPA
This grants an individual or individuals the authority to deal with and make decisions about your financial affairs, from buying and selling property to handling bank and building society accounts, through to the receipt of benefits and the payment of mortgages and bills.
Advice on Long-Term Care
We also advise elder clients on how to plan for long-term care, including the best strategies for paying for care if required.
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Moreover, where it is appropriate our solicitors can also take on the role of Attorney or Controller and deal with the management of a client’s financial affairs on their behalf.
Controllership applications
In circumstances where an EPA has not been made, it may be necessary to apply to the Court for the appointment of an approved person to look after the affairs of someone who has become mentally incapable. These are known as Controllership applications and we work closely with the Office of Care and Protection in the High Court in relation to such cases.
Nursing and long-term care
If you have a parent who needs nursing care, or are faced with a situation where a parent or relative goes into nursing or long-term care at short notice, we advise you to contact us.
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This can be a challenging and stressful time, but our sound advice will help you to make informed decisions that ensure a positive outcome for you and your loved ones.