Rachel Stafford Legal Services

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Your Trusted Home Visiting Legal Partner in Thame

Rachel Stafford Legal Services is a dedicated home-visiting legal practice serving older individuals, people with disabilities, and those facing terminal illnesses. Our approach prioritises compassion, understanding, and tailored legal solutions, ensuring clients receive support in the comfort of their own homes. Led by Rachel Stafford, a qualified solicitor and Dementia Friend, we specialise in estate planning, probate, and Court of Protection matters, combining technical expertise with empathetic service. Our fixed-fee structure provides transparency, while our flexible scheduling accommodates clients' unique circumstances. Accredited by leading professional bodies, we maintain the highest standards of legal practice and ethical conduct.

With over a decade of experience, we guide families through complex legal processes with patience and clarity. Our commitment extends beyond individual clients, supporting carers and families in navigating legal challenges. By focusing on accessibility and personal connection, we aim to demystify legal procedures for vulnerable populations. Our practice reflects a deep understanding of the specific needs of older adults and disabled individuals, ensuring dignity and respect in every interaction. This dedication to client-centred service has established us as trusted advisors in our specialist field.

Services

Lasting Power of Attorney Wills and Codicils Probate Administration Inheritance Tax Planning Court of Protection Applications

Highlights and features

Fixed-fee structure ensures cost transparency
Home visits accommodate clients' specific needs
Specialist expertise in elderly and disability law
Dementia Friends initiative enhances client understanding
Accredited by leading legal professional bodies

Associations and certifications

Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP)
Solicitors for the Elderly (SFE)
Law Society's Probate Section
Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA)

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Services

Lasting Power of Attorney

Specialist creation and registration of Lasting Power of Attorney documents. We guide attorneys and donors through legal requirements while ensuring compliance with current legislation. Our home-visiting service enables convenient document execution for clients with mobility challenges. This service provides peace of mind through legally secure future planning.

Wills and Codicils

Tailored will drafting and amendment services. We create legally sound documents that reflect clients' specific circumstances, including complex family arrangements and inheritance tax considerations. Our home-visiting approach ensures accessibility for elderly and disabled clients requiring specialist legal advice.

Probate Administration

Comprehensive probate and estate administration support. We handle asset distribution, tax returns, and legal documentation while considering vulnerable beneficiaries' needs. Our expertise extends to deeds of variation and complex estate restructuring requirements for executors and administrators.

Court of Protection

Specialist applications for deputy appointments and statutory will creation. We assist families navigating mental capacity issues, ensuring compliance with legal frameworks while protecting clients' interests through appropriate legal instruments and court submissions.

Inheritance Tax Planning

Strategic advice on lifetime gifts and asset protection. We develop tax-efficient solutions for estate preservation, including trust creation and care home fee planning. Our approach balances legal compliance with clients' long-term financial objectives for family wealth transfer.

People

Rachel Stafford

Solicitor and Owner

Qualified solicitor specialising in elderly and disability law. Full member of STEP and Solicitors for the Elderly. Experienced in complex wills, trusts, and Court of Protection matters. Provides home-visiting legal services with compassionate, client-centred approach.

Carol Barnes

Practice Administrator

Experienced personal assistant supporting the practice since 2015. Certified Dementia Friend with a caring approach to client administration. Manages office operations and client communications during business hours.

Questions

What legal services do you specialise in?

We specialise in wills, probate, lasting power of attorney, Court of Protection matters, and inheritance tax planning for older adults and individuals with disabilities.

Do you offer home visits?

Yes, we conduct all appointments at clients' homes, workplaces, or care facilities to ensure accessibility and comfort for those with mobility challenges.

Are your legal fees fixed?

Most services operate on a fixed-fee basis, with hourly rates provided for specific complex cases. We always confirm costs before starting work.

What professional accreditations do you hold?

We are accredited by the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP), Solicitors for the Elderly (SFE), and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA).

Can you assist with care home fee planning?

Yes, we provide specialist advice on care home fee arrangements, asset protection strategies, and deprivation of assets considerations within legal frameworks.

Reviews (2)

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Jon Woolmore

Jan 28, 2022 Report

Following the death of a relative, Rachel Stafford's service failed in almost all aspects. The Will (which she had recorded) had errors in it, the IHT forms were completed to the detriment of the estate and needed correcting by another solicitor, the communication was poor with slow responses and a laissez faire attitude to detail. Steer well clear.

Richard Porteous

Jun 07, 2021 Report

Critical:Professionalism,Responsiveness
I took up an offer of a free charitable will and chose this company who then didn't engage and when I pressed just took name and contact details and never followed through. Its a scam by a wholly unprofessional company .