Everys Blog: News & Updates

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Can a fraudster really steal a house? Property fraud, how to avoid it.

Can a fraudster really steal a house? A solid building, made of bricks and mortar, seems an unlikely target for thieves. For most of us...
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Everys Solicitors and Stokes Partners Merge!

Everys Solicitors LLP and Crewkerne-based Stokes Partners LLP have announced the merger of their two firms which took effect on Friday, 25th November 2022. The...
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Everys Announces Largest Round of Partner Appointments

Ten Partners Join the LLP Everys Solicitors have announced their largest-ever round of partner appointments and welcomed ten partners to the Limited Liability Partnership (LLP)....
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How Often Should You Update Your Will?

Does your Last Will and Testament reflect your wishes? Since updating it, your circumstances may have changed. If so, this could cause stress and confusion...
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What Happens To My Pension When I Die?

It’s not the easiest topic to think about, but knowing exactly what will happen to your pension when you die is important for your peace...
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Why Make a Will?

Making a Will A will is a tool to set out what you would like to happen to your estate when you pass away. A...
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Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPA) – What are they?

We often have the foresight to make a will - we consider what we would like to happen when we pass away and who we...
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Basic Guide on the Issues of Later Life Planning

Issues that might arise as part of later life planning from a legal point of view This basic guide is intended to give you an...
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Advice on Care Provision and Fees

Care provision and fees The UK's elderly care system is complex and there are different rules depending upon whether you live in England or Wales,...
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Deputy – Court of Protection

Court of Protection  The Court of Protection is a specialist Court established to deal with matters regarding people who lack the mental capacity to make...
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Parental Responsibility

Decisions you can make if you have parental responsibility Parental responsibility gives certain individuals rights and obligations in respect of a child. It is generally...
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Care Fees – Social Care Reform

Changes to how care in England will be charged from October 2023. I am hesitant to write this article as many of you will know...
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Points to Consider When Choosing a Solicitor

Whether you’re helping an elderly relative or applying for probate, the services of a good solicitor are invaluable. Choosing the right legal professional can seem...
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Risk of pensions poverty following divorce likely to increase

With the new, simpler ‘no-fault’ divorce law now in effect, experts are warning of an increased risk of financial difficulties in retirement. Insurer and pension...
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Where To Begin When A Loved One Passes

It’s an understatement to say that dealing with a bereavement is never easy. Even when you’re able to turn your thoughts to organising the deceased’s...