Wills, Powers of Attorney & Executries
Planning ahead can bring peace of mind for you and your family. When someone dies, clear advice and practical support can also make a difficult time easier.
At DMD Law, we offer personal advice on wills, powers of attorney and estate administration. We take time to understand your circumstances, explain your options and guide you through the next steps.
Wills
A will allows you to set out how you would like your estate to be distributed and who should deal with your affairs after your death.
Whether you are making your first will or reviewing an existing one, we can help you put arrangements in place that reflect your wishes and family circumstances.
We can assist with:
- Preparing a will tailored to your needs.
- Reviewing and updating an existing will.
- Choosing executors to administer your estate.
- Considering provision for children and other beneficiaries.
It is sensible to review your will when your circumstances change, such as moving home, getting married, separating or welcoming a new family member.
Powers of Attorney
A power of attorney allows you to appoint someone you trust to act on your behalf. It can cover your financial and property affairs, decisions about your personal welfare, or both.
Putting one in place while you can make your own decisions helps ensure that support is available if you need it in the future.
We can help you:
- Understand the different types of power of attorney.
- Choose your attorneys and consider the powers they may need.
- Prepare a document that reflects your wishes.
- Arrange the necessary certification and registration.
Executries & Estate Administration
Dealing with a loved one’s estate can feel overwhelming, particularly while you are grieving. Our team provides considerate advice and practical help to executors throughout the process.
We can assist with:
- Explaining the will and the executor’s responsibilities.
- Identifying the estate’s assets and liabilities.
- Applying for Confirmation where required.
- Dealing with relevant tax matters.
- Gathering assets, settling debts and distributing the estate.
- Advising where someone has died without leaving a will.
If the estate includes a property, our legal and estate agency teams can also help with its sale.
Speak to our team
Whether you would like to make or update a will, arrange a power of attorney or discuss an estate, contact us on 0131 316 4666 or use our enquiry form.
We will explain how we can help, the likely costs and what information we need to get started.
