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Leaders – Punch Robson Solicitors managing partner Elaine McLaine-Wood with Andrew Steel , the firm ’ s head of wills , probates and trusts .
effect on many other business people across Teesside who are taking stock of their lives and often making big , lifetime decisions .
“ But it is so important at that point that they get the best possible advice .
“ You can get that advice from a lot of places , but it might not always be right for your circumstances and , if it goes wrong , it can sometimes be very painful , as some have learned to their cost .
“ At Punch Robson , we deal with the whole range of the business spectrum – from start-up businesses to those of real longevity – and it is always about matching up the right options to each company .
“ There is no such thing as a one-size-fits-all approach – every case is bespoke – and that ’ s why it is so important to know all the options out there , all the financial routes that can be taken by the client , and matching the right one to their circumstances .”
Punch Robson ’ s probate , wills and trust department has always had a great depth and breadth of knowledge , the decision having been made long ago to employ specialists in the field
The department offers a full range of private client needs from powers of attorney , wills and trusts to probate and court of protection work .
While many non-solicitor firms are probate and wills only , Punch Robson has built a depth of expertise that allows it to have every legal base and avenue covered .
It also gains from having the wider Punch Robson firm to lean upon – with experienced teams in family law , company / commercial , litigation and residential conveyancing giving clients the broadest protective cover they could have .
What ’ s more , Punch Robson has always been passionately local .
Based in Stockton and Middlesbrough , the firm is strongly rooted in the Tees Valley . All of its staff live in the Teesside area and have worked here as well , which makes them a friendly and approachable team .
Andrew said : “ The pandemic has been difficult but we have remained available for clients throughout and will continue to do so until we are able to resume normal service .
“ We do see clients in a socially distanced way through telephone and video conferencing and are looking forward to getting back to normal interactions .
“ In the meantime , we would advise businesses to review any existing legal documents they have in place , such as shareholder / partnership agreements , together with the individuals ’ wills , as many may have been affected and in need of review .
“ And for those who are embarking upon lifestyle changes – such as the sale of a business or retirement – which will also lead to greater planning through wills and trusts , we can only stress how important it is to get advice and guidance you can trust and rely upon .
“ Not getting the right legal advice at crucial times can be a costly mistake .”
If that guidance applies to business affairs , it also applies to property , which is often the most valuable asset for many .
Andrew added : “ Property is increasingly an important asset for families given the price rises we ’ ve seen over the last few decades .
“ There are a number of options when it comes to properties to give families a good base going into the future .
" But that ’ s also why it is important to seek the best advice because the difference in outcomes can be substantial .
“ That ’ s what we ’ re here for though , and we ’ re always happy to take a call .”
Find out more about Punch Robson and its services at punchrobson . co . uk .
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