Elderly Client Matters
Acorn Solicitors deal with a number of different topics concerning the older generation. These topics include:-
- Wills, Estate Planning, Tax Planning, Trusts and Probate
- Mental Capacity Issues: Powers of Attorney, Deputyships, Court of Protection
- Advanced Directives (often known as Living Wills.)
David Sinclair is an accredited with the Association of Lifetime Lawyers formerly Solicitors for the Elderly. David was Chairman of Solicitors for the Elderly. He gained his position within the organisation through his passion for the older client. He understands their needs and will help them understand the ever-changing law by avoiding legal jargon.
What is a Lifetime Lawyer?
A Lifetime Lawyer is a member of the Association of Lifetime Lawyers. They are the gold standard when it comes to supporting vulnerable and older people with legal advice.
Lifetime Lawyers are experts in delivering the best outcomes for clients of all ages who are facing important life decisions, including those with complex needs and who may need extra support.
Specialist in working with vulnerable and older people
In addition to expert legal knowledge, members undertake a rigorous external accreditation proving their understanding of the key issues that can affect vulnerable and older people. This includes things like dementia, Parkinson’s and other degenerative diseases, as well as problems with hearing, sight, and mobility.
Lifetime Lawyers also receive specialist training when it comes to the care they provide. They offer extra empathy and attention, including understanding the signs of neglect and abuse and knowing how to spot them. Lifetime Lawyers consider things like when and where they speak to clients, ensuring they’re able to provide people the tailored support they need that aligns with their individual circumstances.
When is somebody vulnerable?
People can be vulnerable for a range of reasons and for a short or long period of time. It could be because we’re living with a disability, grieving a loved one, struggling with our physical or mental health, feeling lonely, or perhaps we might feel more vulnerable as we get older.
It’s often those times in life when we’re most vulnerable, that we need to seek legal advice.
