Wednesday, 20th August 2008  

Testimonials

Shown below are some testimonials from our clients:

Ann Orr, Collective Legal Solutions said:
I have worked with the Dovedon team for several years, always receiving a first class, professional service for my clients. The Dovedon employees are highly trained specialist will writers who produce documents carefully crafted to meet the needs of every individual client.
I previously trained as a solicitor in a large City firm and worked as a solicitor in a prominent London firm specialising in wills, trusts and probate. In my view, the quality of the Dovedon documentation is equal to some of the best in the marketplace.


Gerard Faricy, G F Consulting said:
As an associate of Dovedon since they started I can only say that the service has been first class. The key benefits of using their services are:

The quality of the documents they produce for my clients.
The expertise and knowledge of the Will writers within the organisation.
The advice and guidance available when dealing with some extremely complex cases.
The willingness and positive attitude of the Directors and staff.


Adrian Tatum, Boon Solutions Ltd said:
I looked around at a number of Will Writing companies before making the decision to choose to work with Dovedon Ltd. This decision was not made lightly as Estate Planning is a large part of my business. Dovedon was my supplier of choice for a number of reasons;

The Dovedon business is established with experienced staff.
The quality and completeness of documentation is very high.
If my team have queries on complex estates they are always available to help and assist to ensure my customers get the best possible solution.




Kathy Plumley said:
Dovedon have provided me with a springboard platform from which I have been able to build a successful business.
I have received excellent training in a number of areas, giving me a good knowledge of the products available and confidence in my ability to provide documents to suit individual client needs.
There is continued support from the legal department and good communication for new and amended procedures. Having a dedicated bespoke on-line system specifically for associates, means I can access information at a time to suit me.
I am impressed by the rigorous checking procedures and good two-way communication, which results in high quality documents being produced for the client.
I am proud to be associated with Dovedon and the professionalism the company portrays.


Jaci Godman Irvine, Estate Legacy Services said:
As an independent Estate Planner providing Wills for my clients that range from simple to extremely complicated, I need to work with a company that is highly qualified, easy to work with, efficient and supportive. Dovedon have all those qualities and have consistently provided documentation of the highest standard. Also they have given when asked, technical and legal advice making my life a great deal easier.


  Latest News

New Long Term Care Means Test Thresholds
The thresholds used for assessing an individuals ability to fund Long Term Care for the year 2008-2009 are:

If you have total assets over £22,250 you will be required to fund your own care, possibly through the sale of your home.

If you have total assets below £13,500 your care will be funded by your Local Authority.

Between the two thresholds you would receive some state help.

Changes to Inheritance Tax thresholds
The Inheritance Tax thresholds for the year April 2008-2009 is £312,000. This is referred to as the Nil Rate Band allowance.

Each individual has the right to leave the first £312,000 tax free, with any assets over this amount taxable at 40% (with the exception of gifts to spouse/Civil Partner).

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