Private Client Services
Phone
01738 577116
Address
10 Blackfriars St Perth PH1 5NS
John is a Partner based in our Perth office working in the Private Client team. He specialises in succession and estate planning, Powers of Attorney and guardianships, private and charitable trusts, executry administration, asset management and mental health legislation.
John was the Chairman of Miller Hendry before the firm merged with Lindsays in 2023.
A graduate of the University of Aberdeen, John is a Convenor of the Mental Health Tribunal of Scotland, a member of The Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners and a council member of Glenalmond College.
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The legislation protecting adults who no longer have mental capacity is under review – however, early planning can prevent issues arising
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In the latest issue of Lindsays Life we offer some advice on what to do if you lose your Will and how to prevent it happening in the first place
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Pension changes announced in the 2024 UK Budget could affect younger families more than they expect. Doran Mitchell explains more in the latest issue of Lindsays Life
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If you or a family member receive a lump sum due to an injury, a PI trust can help manage and protect the funds as part of your financial planning
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Planning to travel abroad this year? Why not put a PoA in place as insurance against future unknowns – a trusted person can then act on your behalf should the need arise
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Including a liferent in your Will can be a helpful way to provide for someone during their lifetime while making sure certain assets eventually pass to others as you wish