When a family are putting plans into place for a loved one, there will be many things you will need to consider from ensuring a Will has been written to thinking about paying for care home fees. Here at Davis Gregory we are specialist solicitors committed to offering advice and guidance to aid with any legal situation that may arise. We will ensure you are provided with an efficient and reliable service from a trusted specialist.

Everything we do will be designed around the needs of the individual, as we understand that no two situations are the same. We aim to make sure you are satisfied with the service we give, so that should you need further help you will know who you can turn too.

Thinking about getting older and the care you may need is a difficult subject to discuss with your family. However it’s important that you understand what your options are and what needs to be done, which is where we can offer guidance and support.

When the event occurs that you are no longer able to live alone and may need to move into a care home, it’s important that you not only choose the right one but fully understand the funding options. Unfortunately many people sell their homes or use life savings when a relative has to go into a care home because this is seen as the only way to fund it, however there are solutions that may mean you are entitled to extra help.

The same way you would install wheelchair ramps in your home to increase comfort and protect you in the future, it’s important to ensure you put plans in place as a family to deal with major issues, with the funding for a care home being one important aspect.

Here at Davis Gregory we are on hand to offer advice and support through the tough times of finding a solution to paying for care home fees, so you can rest assured you will have someone to turn too when things are difficult. For more information on how we can help you, feel free to search our website or call one of our team on 0800 328 4249.

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As we get older, it is likely that we will be faced with making many important decisions with regards to planning our financial affairs, health care and general wellbeing. If in the future you are not comfortable making these decisions on your own for whatever reason, creating a legally binding lasting power of attorney document will allow you to assign these future decisions to somebody you can trust to look after your best interests. As a leading team of legal specialists, here at Davis Gregory we are waiting to offer you expert guidance if you are looking to benefit from obtaining a lasting power of attorney Cheltenham.

At Davis Gregory we are committed to helping you with all the necessary paperwork involved in obtaining a lasting power of attorney agreement so that, should you a situation occur that leaves you unable to communicate your wishes such as an injury or illness – you can be assured that your welfare will be in safe hands.

From applying for government funding to cover care home or health care costs to making decisions about what will happen to your property and even arranging domestic cleaning Cheltenham, by acting now and choosing an individual you can trust to make these decisions for you later in life, you can be confident that the decisions made will be in your best interests.

Ultimately, arranging a lasting power of attorney allows you to plan in advance who and how decisions will be made in the future should you become incapable of making these important choices for yourself.

Because of the sheer importance of this document, you should seek the assistance of our legal experts here at Davis Gregory to ensure you are completely confident of what the document entails and the potential outcome of the decisions you make now.

If you are considering devising a lasting power of attorney document, our team here at Davis Gregory are waiting to provide you with expert guidance. To learn more about the aspects of a lasting power of attorney Cheltenham, get in touch with us today by calling 0800 328 4249.

Disclaimer of Endorsement: Reference herein to any specific commercial products, process, or service by trade name, trademark, manufacturer, or otherwise, does not necessarily constitute or imply its endorsement, recommendation, or favouring by Davis and Gregory. The views and opinions of authors expressed herein do not necessarily state or reflect those of Davis and Gregory and shall not be used for advertising or product endorsement purposes.

When any couple separate it is sure to be a stressful and emotional time. However if there are children involved, the strain on parents and children alike can be even more intense. With such a close bond between parent and child, a number of issues may arise with regards to who cares for the child on a full time basis and the financial implications related to it. Here at Davis Gregory we can provide you with all the advice and guidance you may need to resolve any disputes regarding child maintenance Cheltenham.

Our expert solicitor will devise a plan that will work well for both parents, in addition to guaranteeing that you do the best for your child and provide them with everything that they are likely to need.

Child maintenance is a regular and reliable financial form of support that helps towards the day to day care of a child. The parent who does not have main care of the child will pay this method of maintenance to the carer who looks after the child on a daily basis, to pay towards living costs and anything else a child may need.

The main option we have available here at Davis Gregory is to resolve any disputes or issues you have regarding your child maintenance payments. We aim to come up with an amicable solution to reach an agreement that sees the successful care of your child as the main benefactor. We have a great deal of experience in helping families resolve this sort of complex financial problem that sees a happy medium between all parties involved.

With a practical assessment of your issues, we at Davis Gregory are committed to providing you with practical advice and support that can be successfully implemented in all child maintenance Cheltenham cases. A child’s welfare should always be a parent’s main priority and with the help of our specialist family department, you can ensure that this is the case at all times.

Davis Gregory represent the trustees of  Mrs. B V G Clarke ‘s will trust. Mrs Clarke died 2 years ago leaving a substantial estate on trust for charity.  We have helped the trustees to identify worthy causes to help in and around Cheltenham . For more of this story click the link below;

http://www.thisisgloucestershire.co.uk/news/Pensioner-leaves-163-20-000-Everyman/article-2415633-detail/article.html

Along with other professions and occupations, Cheltenham Solicitors do come in for criticism, but in March 2010 the Ministry of Justice has published an independent report into what people feel about their solicitors, which shows outstanding levels of satisfaction.

The key findings include the following:

• 86% said they would recommend their solicitor.
• 91% received a good service (84% agreed with that statement “a lot”).
• 92% felt the solicitor acted in their best interest.
• 92% were satisfied with the outcome.
• 94% were able to deal with a solicitor when they needed to.
• 94% said the solicitor was approachable.
• 95% said the solicitor knew what was going on and acted in a professional manner.
• 96% said the solicitor explained things in a way they could understand.

These are remarkable results, supporting the ideals of approachable,  professional, knowledgeable and experienced solicitors, as well as solicitors who provide a good service and communicate well. We believe these findings apply to solicitors in Cheltenham and solicitors in Gloucestershire as well as nationally.

As one commentator has said “any other trade or profession would kill for satisfaction ratings like these. You would have to be Mahatma Gandhi or Nelson Mandela to score higher, but of course they were both lawyers as well”.

At times in life when sensitive legal issues need addressing it is best to acquire the services of a team of experienced Cheltenham solicitors, or solicitors from elsewhere in the country. Professional and committed firms such as Davis Gregory for instance, will be regulated by The Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA), an organisational body that regulates more than 100,000 solicitors in England and Wales. By closely monitoring their members, the SRA ensures their solicitors are offering only the soundest advice and legal knowledge. These exacting requirements are a great way to keep solicitors’ standards high.

Reputable firms will ensure that in the case of an injury claim that the injured party receives 100% of the compensation (unless the claim is to the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority, or involves an untraceable driver). Experienced solicitors will deliver a professional approach to achieve the maximum compensation possible. Davis Gregory are specialists in road accident claims, for motorists, pedestrians, cyclists and motorcyclists, as well as offering expertise in work accident claims.

Experienced solicitors in Cheltenham and across the country will also offer a debt recovery service. Working alongside High Court Enforcement Officers where available, this service should be an effective way of securing rapid results for commercial clients. High quality operators will only charge fixed fees to avoid any potential ‘hidden’ costs for clients.

Where sensitivity needs to be high on the agenda, such as in civil disputes, and family and divorce proceedings, the experience of the solicitor used will be of even greater importance. These will be able to offer clear and concise advice – free of jargon – on the strength and likely success of each individual case.

Davis Gregory are experts in complex financial arrangements, such as pension sharing, second families and property transfers, as well as being specialists in non-married couple separations. As a member of Resolution First for Family Law, they therefore seek to ensure a non-confrontational conclusion to these relationships, with solutions that cater to the needs of all parties involved. It is in situations like those listed above that the need for experienced Cheltenham solicitors and those from elsewhere in the country is required the most.

There are other Cheltenham solicitors out there who can serve your requirements, so often it can be difficult to ensure you choose the right one that will be able to fulfil your needs. It makes sense therefore to shop around, and consider a number of key factors that will determine the competence and reliability of a team of solicitors. One of these considerations should be appropriate regulatory authority accreditation – something that Davis Gregory can offer.

They are regulated by The Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA), who regulates more than 100,000 solicitors across England and Wales. They are the independent regulatory body of the Law Society of England and Wales. By keeping a close eye on their accredited parties, the SRA ensures that members offer the most professional advice and knowledge alongside a commitment to caring customer service.

Services including injury claims, debt recovery, civil disputes, family & divorce proceedings, property matters, wills and bereavements and notaries public will be regulated comprehensively by this authority to ensure that they are in-line with current regulations and appropriate for clients.

The SRA has been particularly keen to promote their Outcomes-Focused Regulatory Requirements Strategy, which delivers clear guidance on the goals that solicitors must achieve for their clients. This has been designed to ensure flexibility among solicitors, rather than providing often unnecessary rules on process and red tape.

Prompt and effective enforcement action is also high on the SRA’s agenda, with inadequate firms quickly dealt with accordingly. This ‘no-nonsense’ approach essentially weeds out solicitors who cannot provide the level of service that their clients deserve.

Achieving the right outcomes for customers is the cornerstone of Davis Gregory’s mission statement. Utilising their professionalism and wealth of experience, this team of  Cheltenham solicitors are able to provide a thorough jargon service that is ‘jargon-free’, who are committed to ensuring your legal requirements are met. Their continued accreditation with the SRA is testament to this.