Importance of end of life decisions
Although it is a human instinct to retain control of your own affairs, it is…
February 7, 2018 By Stephens Scown
Advice for families on coping with dementia at Christmas
Christmas can be overwhelming for many of us, with the hectic period of shopping, cooking…
November 10, 2017 By Guest Blogger
Business Lasting Power of Attorney: protecting your business if you are ill or unavailable
Stress and occasional sleepless nights may be an inevitable part of running a business, but…
March 20, 2017 By Stephens Scown
Ministry of Justice proposes a further tax on death
The MOJ has announced this week that it wants to increase the amount generated from…
February 8, 2017 By Ian Newcombe
Reaction to Autumn Statement 2016
Experts from leading South West law firm Stephens Scown have reacted to Chancellor Philip Hammond’s…
November 23, 2016 By Stephens Scown
No one’s getting paid!
No one’s getting paid! This is quite a dramatic title, and in the current climate…
October 28, 2016 By Stephens Scown
Inheritance – Put Your Trust in Trusts!
It may not have escaped your attention that there has been a lot of publicity…
August 12, 2016 By Stephens Scown
Lasting Power of Attorney for peace of mind
Appointing someone you trust to take decisions over your affairs should you become incapable of…
April 27, 2016 By Stephens Scown
Inheritance tax should be abolished…
...This is the conclusion of the report published last month called "The Tax Detox" issued by…
January 19, 2016 By Ian Newcombe
A case to highlight the importance the choosing the right attorney
In yet another worrying case, last week the Court of Protection has in the case…
December 17, 2015 By Ian Newcombe
New law affecting consumer rights
Have you ever had cause to complain about a product or service that you have…
October 19, 2015 By Richard Slater