Safeguarding Vulnerable People
Helping vulnerable people, whether that be family and/or friends, can be a very challenging and distressing time. It is very difficult to know what to do and where to look for help. We understand that managing this can be daunting and carries an unprecedented responsibility.
How we can help with safeguarding vulnerable people
Our team of experienced lawyers can help with the safeguarding of vulnerable people by advising on:
- the creating or changing of wills and/or lasting powers of attorney;
- financial planning for vulnerable people;
- relations with the court of protection or the office of the public guardian;
- relations with social services and care funding;
- understanding the Mental Capacity Act 2005;
- deputyship and relating issues;
- arranging care;
- protecting assets
- paying for care; and
- disputes relating to care.
How we work with you
Whilst based in the South of England, Paris Smith acts for businesses and families throughout the UK. Technology has enabled us to provide a high level of service to our clients whether they are local to our offices or not. Our advice can be given in many ways:
- Over the telephone
- Via video conferencing
- In face to face meetings
We will talk through how you would like to be contacted and the best ways for us to meet in our early conversations with you.
Safeguarding Vulnerable People Services
How we’ve helped our clients

Chambers Legal Directory 2022
The lawyers at Paris Smith advise wealthy clients on a range of succession planning techniques including estate planning and trusts. The team also advises on tax planning.
Several sources praise the firm’s client service. One interviewee says: “They are very professional, the service feels very tailored and personal to clients.” Another source notes: “They are knowledgeable and responsive to client needs.“

Legal 500 Directory – 2024 Edition
Receiving instruction from landed estates, farmers, and entrepreneurs, Paris Smith LLP’s team is highly experienced in advising on tax-efficient wills and creating trusts in line with family investment companies. Within the department, there is a specialist Court of Protection and contentious probate section. Vicky Day leads the group from Southampton after arriving from Coffin Mew LLP in July 2022. Anthony Nixon is an expert in succession planning and associated tax issues, while Winchester-based Jason Oliver is highly knowledgeable in contentious trust and estate matters. William Hadley focuses on inheritance and capital gains tax planning.
What clients say:
‘Great service and legal advice.’
‘Anthony Nixon clearly has a handle on the legal issues we have that require a range of varied skills, and can find people in his wider team to support with their expert knowledge. I believe too we have received value for money and a clear roadmap moving forward.’
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