LEVER LAW SOLICITORS : SERVICES

Solicitors for the Elderly

Lever Law Solicitors are pleased to announce we are now accredited with Solicitors for the Elderly (‘SFE’). SFE is a national association of independent lawyers who specialise, and are trained in older client law. This means we consider the mental and physical difficulties which can affect older and vulnerable clients and are aware of the health and social problems that people may face. Some of the areas we cover are listed below:

• Wills;
• Probate;
• Powers of Attorney;
• Court of Protection;
• Living Wills;
• Tax Planning; and
• Asset Preservation.

We will provide clients with independent, confidential advice, which is in the best interests of older or vulnerable clients, respecting their dignity and understand the need for a holistic approach to problem solving. We will endeavour to follow a plain English policy i.e. we will always communicate in easy, understandable language and will explain any necessary legal terminology.

We have a wealth of experience and training which helps put our clients at ease when dealing with complex, life changing issues.

• We are specialists in advising older and vulnerable clients on legal matters;
• We are fully qualified solicitor who have undertaken additional specialist training in older client law;
• We have spent a substantial amount of time working with older and vulnerable clients;
• We have gained the Older Client Care in Practice Award which is accredited by SfJ (Skills for Justice) a government body. The award shows that we have the required additional skills to be able to advise and support older and vulnerable people;
• We have signed up to the SFE strict code of practice;
• We are committed to providing affordable, good quality legal advice;
• We are regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority;
• We keep our knowledge and skills up to date by undertaking regular training;
• We follow a specific older client care procedure which details what clients can expect from us and our firm.

Lever Law’s office is located in the heart of Durham City Centre and we are able to offer our clients the following services/facilities:

• Parking
• Disabled toilets
• Appointments outside office hours
• Home visits
• Care Home visits
• Hospital Visits

Please do not hesitate to contact us on 0191 909 7990 or alternatively via email at info@leverlaw.co.uk

Please click HERE to view our Glossary of Legal Terms document.

Lever Law Solicitors are pleased to announce that we have been recognised as one of the go to law firms for providing legal advice on Wills, Probate and Trusts by the UK Care Guide. A link to their website can be found HERE.