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Private Client Solicitors in Brighton for Personal, Family and Estate Matters
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Legal Guidance for Life, Family and Future Planning
Arlingsworth’s private client solicitors in Brighton provide clear, practical advice to help individuals and families plan ahead, protect their interests and manage important personal and financial affairs.
Our team advises on wills, probate and estate administration, Lasting Powers of Attorney, trusts and estate planning. Whether you are putting arrangements in place for the future or dealing with the estate of someone who has died, we will explain your options clearly and guide you through each stage with care and professionalism.
Private client matters can involve important family, financial and personal decisions. We take time to understand your circumstances and provide advice shaped around your priorities, helping you put appropriate arrangements in place for yourself and those important to you.
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Whether you need advice on a will, probate, estate planning, trusts or a Lasting Power of Attorney, our team can talk you through the options and next steps.
Wills
A Will is a legal document in which a person declares their intention as to what should happen to their estate after their death, and which is executed in accordance with certain legal formalities. With a Will in place you can relax safe in the knowledge that your wishes will be carried out should anything happen to you. Making a Will now also avoids legal problems arising for your family in the future.
Deeds of Variation
When someone passes away, the distribution of their estate is guided by a Will or, in the absence of one, the Law of Intestacy. Deeds of Variation, typically made within two years of death, offer a means to alter estate distribution for various reasons, including tax reduction, accommodating beneficiaries’ preferences, resolving disputes.
Lasting Powers of Attorney
A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) is a legal document that allows someone to make decisions on your behalf if you are unable to do so due to incapacity. Arlingsworth’s expert solicitors assist in choosing, advising, and drafting LPAs, ensuring protection and trust in managing financial or health matters. Secure your future decisions with Arlingsworth’s professional guidance.
Estate Administration (Probate)
Find peace of mind in estate planning with Arlingsworth’s private client lawyers. From probate to post-death tax planning, our team provides expert guidance, ensuring a smooth process in distributing assets. In the event of disputes, trust our solicitors for comprehensive assistance in contentious probate matters.
Trusts and Estate Planning
A trust is a legal arrangement where one or more persons, called trustees, look after and deal with assets (the trust property) for the beneficiaries of the trust. We have a dedicated and experienced asset management team who specialise in all matters relating to trusts. They provided tailored advice to ensure the trust property is looked after and managed correctly.
Private Client Law involves legal services that help individuals manage their personal affairs, wealth, and inheritance planning. It includes wills, probate, estate planning, trusts, tax planning, lasting powers of attorney, and asset protection. These legal provisions ensure that your estate is distributed according to your wishes while minimising tax liabilities and avoiding potential disputes.
Having a valid will ensures that your assets are distributed according to your wishes rather than under intestacy laws, which could leave your loved ones at a disadvantage. Without a will, your estate may be subject to delays, unexpected inheritance tax charges, and disputes among family members. Making a will also allows you to name guardians for children, specify charitable donations, and set out funeral arrangements.
Inheritance tax planning is crucial for protecting your wealth for future generations. Common ways to reduce inheritance tax include making gifts to loved ones, setting up trusts, donating to charity, and using spousal or business relief allowances. Consulting an expert solicitor ensures that your estate is structured efficiently to maximise tax exemptions and reliefs.
When a person dies without a will, their estate is distributed according to intestacy laws, which prioritise spouses, children, and close relatives. This means that unmarried partners, stepchildren, and friends may not inherit anything. The probate process can also take longer, leading to delays and potential legal disputes among family members.
A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) allows you to appoint someone you trust to manage your financial affairs or make medical decisions on your behalf if you become unable to do so. There are two types of LPAs: Property & Financial Affairs LPA (managing assets and bills) and Health & Welfare LPA (making medical and care decisions). Setting up an LPA ensures that your affairs are handled smoothly if you lose capacity.
Arlingsworth Solicitors will guide you through the legal complexities of wills, probate, estate planning, and asset protection, ensuring your affairs are in order and your loved ones are protected. Whether you need advice on trusts, inheritance tax planning, or powers of attorney, our expert team provides tailored solutions with professionalism and empathy.
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