Elizabeth Young is a partner and head of private client at Roythornes Solicitors. Her focus is on providing solutions to the key legal issues faced by individuals, in particular those relating to capital tax planning, complex probate administration and her specialist topic, managing incapacity. She has a particular understanding in the use of trusts to protect and preserve assets, particularly where there is a need to cater for vulnerable beneficiaries.
In short, a deputy can make decisions for someone in court who lacks capacity. But what should happen to the deputy’s role on the death of the vulnerable individual? It is stated that their duties...More
New proposals which would make the lasting power of attorney (LPA) registration process completely digital could put thousands of elderly people at risk of financial abuse. Elizabeth Young, partner...More
