FAQs

The trust document sets this, e.g. at a beneficiary’s age, on death, or when trustees decide. Ending a trust can require deeds and tax steps. 

They may be replaced/removed depending on trust terms and circumstances, sometimes a court order is needed even if an LPA exists.  

Often, yes, by agreement of those involved or by using powers given to trustees. Variations can have legal/tax effects, so take advice first. 

Most do (with limited exceptions). Trustees are responsible for registration and keeping details up-to-date when circumstances change. 

That depends on your goals, e.g. fixed gifts at a set age, a right to occupy a home, life-interest income, or a flexible discretionary trust. Advice is essential. 

To protect assets and control how (and when) beneficiaries benefit, useful for young or vulnerable beneficiaries, or to manage risks like divorce/bankruptcy. 

In most cases, we can run your claim under a Conditional Fee Agreement, often referred to as “no win, no fee”. Usually, you will not pay our basic legal fees if your claim is unsuccessful. If your claim succeeds, a capped percentage of your compensation (currently up to 25%) may be taken to cover our success fee and any unrecovered legal costs. We will explain the likely cost and your expected “in hand” compensation at the outset.

A success fee is a charge that becomes payable only if your medical negligence claim succeeds. It reflects the risk we take in acting for you on a “no win, no fee” basis, where we are not paid if the claim is lost. The success fee is taken from your compensation at the end of the case and is capped at 25%.