Article Category: Elderly, Care & Mental Capacity – Latest News

We are extremely excited to welcome new recruits to the firm. Matthew Canfield has been appointed as a solicitor in the Corporate and Commercial team in the Chester office having previously worked at Oliver & Co Solicitors in Chester. Jeremy Orrell, managing partner, said: “I am pleased to welcome Carly, Matthew and Samantha to the… Read more »

Macclesfield law firm SAS Daniels LLP is supporting a national campaign from Solicitors for the Elderly (SFE), as it warns of a looming incapacity crisis. According to a new report, local residents are amongst those found to be leaving medical and care preferences to chance. The study found 96% of people in the North West… Read more »

Cheshire law firm, SAS Daniels LLP, has made a number of promotions as part of its growth and development strategy. With the North West being the largest legal hub outside of London, the area attracts the highest calibre legal talent. With so many opportunities for career seekers and firms working to recruit the best, SAS… Read more »

A recent report from the National Audit Office (NAO) has revealed that the number of people working in the care industry isn’t meeting the UK’s growing demand, especially with the country’s ageing population. It’s believed a combination of low wages, staff being undervalued and poor career progression are causing an unsustainable care industry, both for… Read more »

Justine Clowes, Partner and Head of the Personal Law team at leading Cheshire law firm SAS Daniels has joined fellow members of Solicitors for the Elderly (SFE) in warning against proposals to turn the Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPA) registration process fully digital. An LPA is a powerful legal document that allows a person to… Read more »

Justine Clowes, Partner and Head of the Personal Law team at leading Cheshire law firm SAS Daniels LLP has defended Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPA) after Denzil Lush, the former Senior Judge of the Court of Protection, warned they may leave elderly people open to abuse. An LPA is a powerful legal document that allows… Read more »

Downsizing or moving to a smaller property can be the ideal solution for older people who are looking to preserve their independence or to unlock the value of a larger home. Whilst this can bring conflicting emotions there are also significant benefits to be enjoyed such as cheaper overheads, reduced maintenance, less restrictions on mobility… Read more »

Diana Smith, one of the region’s most respected Personal Law Solicitors, is retiring this month after providing legal advice to individuals and their families for 40 years. During her time at SAS Daniels, Diana has advised clients on a host of issues including estate administration, inheritance tax planning, preparing wills, and estate planning. Diana has… Read more »

Leading Cheshire law firm SAS Daniels LLP has made a second appointment to its Personal Law team this year as it looks to expand its service offering. Victoria Timothy, who will be based at the firm’s Stockport office, is the latest recruit to the Personal Law team and joins as an Associate Solicitor from London-based… Read more »

Cheshire-based law firm SAS Daniels is warning Cheshire East’s ageing population that the Government’s pledge to put a cap on the cost of paying for care home fees isn’t as generous as it first appears. This warning comes as the Government announces that the £72,000 cap on care fees it promised from 2016, has now… Read more »