David Whitworth
Partner and Head of Wills, Trusts and Probate
DDT: 01225 369002
David is a partner in the private client department. David specialises in advising on Inheritance Tax mitigation. He also has extensive experience of preparing wills, administering estates following death and advising on all aspects of setting up and running trusts. He is able to advise on Lasting Powers of Attorney and Receivership applications to the Court of Protection for those who are unable to manage their own affairs.
David is a member of the Law Society's Probate Section and is a full member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners. He is also a member of Solicitors for the Elderly.
Areas of expertise
Powers of AttorneyEstate Administration
Administration ProcessInheritance Tax
Death Without a WillInheritance Transfers
Inheritance DisputesElderly Client
Care FundingAsset Protection
Mental CapacityMental Incapacity and Wills
Living Wills / Advance DirectivesWills and Estate Planning
Wills
Professional DraftingWills for Married Couples
Wills on Divorce/SeparationChild Guardianship
Tax Efficient WillsProperty Abroad and Foreign Assets
Providing for a Vulnerable BeneficiaryDeath Without a Will
Inheritance TaxInheritance Tax Liablilities
Inheritance Tax for Married CouplesBusiness and Agricultural Property Reliefs
Inheritance TransfersTrusts
Lifetime Tax PlanningProvisons for Children
Personal Injury TrustsTrustee Advice