The Executor(s) can deal with the Estate, but there are pitfalls, certain elements can be complex and there are legal consequences for the Executors if the process is not carried out correctly.  There are also the tax and financial aspects of dealing with an Estate which can be complicated and, again, can lead to serious consequences if the process is not handled correctly.

Using a Solicitor to deal with an Estate ensure that the matter is handled by an expert, in an objective and professional manner and with the full protections of the regulations and insurance.  It also means that the Executor, often a family member, does not need to deal with the stresses and complications of the legal and financial aspects of the Estate at a time that will be personally upsetting for them.

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Someone other than a Solicitor can put in place a Power of Attorney by going online and following the process, but there are complications and pitfalls, there are elements of a Power of Attorney that can be very useful which are not clear from the online process and a Solicitor will also provide an objective input into the process which can help the client and the family as a whole.

Essentially, you don’t know what you don’t know.  Putting in place a Power of Attorney yourself can be done, but it isn’t the best way to do it and potentially could lead to significant problems in the future.  Using a Solicitor ensures the Powers of Attorney are correct, take into account all aspects of the client’s needs and work in the best way possible for the client and their family.

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