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Rayner my parade! The importance of specialist advice.
Jemma Brimblecombe
13 February 2025
Vulnerable individuals and financial abuse: what to look out for
We increasingly encounter situations where a vulnerable person may have been financially abused by a third party. A recent study by STEP found that financial abuse is increasing and it is most prevalent where there is uncertainty about whether a person lacks capacity or their decision-making ability is in decline.
13 February 2025
Supporting a loved one with capacity issues
Supporting a loved one with capacity issues can be very challenging, as well as emotionally distressing. In this article we explore some practical considerations and offer tips and advice to support a loved one in these circumstances.
13 February 2025
Capacity to make a Will (“Testamentary Capacity”)
For a Will to be valid, amongst other things, the person making the Will (known as the “testator”) must be of “sound mind”.
13 February 2025
Capacity to marry and make a prenuptial agreement
The test for capacity to enter a prenuptial agreement is the same as the normal test for capacity (mentioned in Blog 1) and the individual must be capable of understanding their assets and the nature and effects of the contract they are entering into.
13 February 2025
Capacity to act as an executor
An executor/executrix is a person named in a Will who is responsible for carrying out the instructions in a person's Will and administering their estate. Executors can have a number of responsibilities following someone’s death, including: securing, insuring and clearing the deceased’s property, collecting in all the deceased’s assets, paying outstanding bills, distributing the estate, arranging the funeral and applying for probate.