We’re Hiring a Legal Secretary for our busy Family Law Department
DMA Law is looking to appoint a Legal Secretary to its busy Family Law Department. More about the role: The Legal Secretary will provide administrative support to the Family Law team to ensure the department runs smoothly and its work is undertaken effectively. Responsibilities will include: Essential skills: A minimum of two years’ secretarial experience/within a…
Dealing with Dementia: What If There’s No Power of Attorney?
Dementia can be challenging—not just for the person experiencing it, but also for families and carers. Dementia affects memory, thinking, and decision-making, gradually reducing a person’s mental capacity. This loss of capacity can make everyday tasks like managing finances, healthcare, and personal decisions increasingly difficult. But what happens if someone has dementia without a Lasting…
We’re Hiring a Front of House Call Advisor – Sunderland
DMA Law is currently seeking a friendly and organised Front of House/Call Advisor to join our busy Sunderland office. About the Role: As the first point of contact, you’ll play a crucial role in ensuring our clients receive a warm welcome and outstanding service. You’ll work closely with our Operations Manager to support the smooth…
Do I Need a Probate Lawyer When There’s No Will?
Losing a loved one is never easy. It’s even harder when you find out they didn’t leave a Will. You’re grieving, trying to support family, and suddenly faced with legal questions. Who sorts the finances? Can you access their bank accounts? Are you responsible for managing everything? One of the biggest questions people ask in…
Do I Need Probate with a Will? Your Essential Guide
After losing a loved one, legal paperwork is often the last thing on your mind. But for many families, it After losing a loved one, legal paperwork is often the last thing on your mind. But for many families, it quickly becomes unavoidable. Take the example of Claire. When her father passed away, he left…
Inheritance Tax Forms for Probate: Absolutely Everything You Need To Know
Dealing with a loved one’s death is a very difficult time, mentally and emotionally. Factor in funeral arrangements, inheritance tax forms for probate and distributing their estate, and things can become a nightmare. Imagine this: You’re the executor of your father’s will. You’ve located his documents, contacted the bank, and now you’re told you need…
Does My Wife Pay Inheritance Tax If I Die?
Thinking about what happens after you pass away is never easy. But planning ahead can save your loved ones from extra stress and expense. One of the most common concerns we hear at DMA Law is: “Does my spouse have to pay Inheritance Tax if I die?” It’s a perfectly natural question—and one that many married…
What is Power of Attorney? A Complete Guide to Understanding Your Legal Rights
Life can change in an instant. An illness, accident or decline in health could leave you, or a loved one, unable to make important decisions. That’s where Power of Attorney comes in. But what is power of attorney? In this guide, you’ll learn: By understanding “what is power of attorney” you’ll have peace of mind….
When Is Probate Required? Understanding the Basics
What Exactly is Probate? Probate is the legal process that confirms who has the right to deal with a person’s estate after they die. It gives the official authority to manage the deceased person’s money, property, and possessions. The process depends on whether the deceased left a valid Will. What Happens During Probate? The person…
Do I Need a Probate Lawyer If There’s a Will?
Losing a loved one is always difficult. When you’re also left to manage their estate, the emotional strain often mixes with legal confusion. You might be asking yourself: “Do I need a probate lawyer if there’s a will?” It’s a question many families face during an already overwhelming time. For example, imagine you’ve been named executor in…