Clare Powell

Clare has extensive experience of advising individuals, executors, trustees and beneficiaries on their relative rights and responsibilities and has particular interest in and knowledge of mental capacity issues.

Clare is the “go to” person who knows when specialist advice is needed or when a view can safely be taken and, where necessary, will work with the chosen experts in any particular field to try to help achieve the best possible outcome. In addition to the preparation of Wills, lasting powers of attorney, trust documents and general estate planning work, Clare has a wealth of experience advising personal representatives and beneficiaries of both domestic and cross-border estates on their respective rights, powers and duties.

Clare also has a particular interest in mental capacity issues. She has advised extensively on the tests applicable to different acts and over the years, has had frequent involvement with The Office of the Public Guardian and with the Court of Protection.