What is downsizing? It can be a daunting and emotional task to even consider, let alone carry out, a downsizing move. Often when downsizing you are contemplating selling a home … Read More
Dementia Awareness Week 1st-7th June 2020
Looking at dementia through a legal lens Every day almost 600 people in the UK sadly develop dementia. Dementia is an illness that targets an individual’s brain and causes a … Read More
DIY Will Disasters
The current coronavirus pandemic and the stay at home guidance has encouraged many people to turn their hand at new things to keep themselves occupied. Many have taken up gardening, … Read More
Where there’s a WILL there’s a way
In a recent report, Royal London warned that less than 40% of adults in the UK have a Will. This number is worryingly low as having a Will is very … Read More
Can I still create and sign a Will and/or Power of Attorney during COVID-19 social distancing restrictions?
In a word, yes. It is an unprecedented time, but it is still important that you feel able to continue to manage your personal legal affairs as normally as possible. … Read More
Power of Attorney – the ‘insurance policy’ worth talking about!
Our trainee Solicitor from our Picardy Place office in Edinburgh City Centre, Aidan Tuohy, reflects on Dementia Action Week and why Powers of Attorney are truly an ‘insurance’ policy worth … Read More
Neilsons Solicitors and Estate Agents Opens New Midlothian Office in Bonnyrigg
Neilsons Solicitors and Estate Agents are delighted to open their fifth office at 72 High Street, Bonnyrigg, EH19 2AE today, Thursday 13th December 2018. Neilsons Solicitors and Estate Agents are … Read More
Concerning Increase in Guardianships in Scotland
Why it is important to consider implementing a Power of Attorney at any age There has been a steep increase in legal orders which give Guardians control over the affairs … Read More
Neilsons Solicitors and Estate Agents Edinburgh Property and Legal Consultation Booker Now Live
Neilsons have launched their new online consultation booker this week Neilsons Solicitors and Estate Agents are delighted to announce that prospective clients can now book instant online consultations with … Read More
Power of Attorney Instructions Increase in Scotland
Figures obtained from the Office of the Public Guardian – the office which supervises those individuals who have been appointed to manage the financial or property affairs of adults who … Read More