Apr 8, 2025
Executor or Attorney: What’s The Difference?
After talking to clients about the planning of their affairs, we at Walker Foster discovered a common misunderstanding over the difference between an executor and an attorney.
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Cay is a Legal Executive. She completed her Law Degree at Leeds Beckett University in 2015 further graduating from Cilex Law School in 2021, specialising in Probate Practice and Conveyancing. Cay is currently working under the supervision of Katie Ingham, Head of Private Client, and is studying to cross qualify to become a Solicitor.
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Cay SchofieldWills and Probate ExecutiveCay started her career in Conveyancing before moving to Private Client. She has over 7 years of legal experience having worked at firms in Ilkley and Skipton before joining Walker Foster in October 2023.
Cay deals with a varied caseload of Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney and Estate Administration. She enjoys providing clarity for clients and understands the value and comfort of foresight in these matters.
Cay grew up in Ilkley. When she’s not at work Cay is usually spending time with her young family or getting stuck into home renovations.
After talking to clients about the planning of their affairs, we at Walker Foster discovered a common misunderstanding over the difference between an executor and an attorney.
When discussing lasting powers of attorney (LPAs) with clients, usually their immediate concern is appointing an attorney to deal with their personal affairs. But this overlooks another key question: who would run your business if you were ill, or had an accident and lost capacity?
In this blog, Walker Foster’s Wills and Probate Executive Cay Schofield shares her insights into the various planning arrangements, and how each of them can help to provide clarity and security for you and your family.
When clients come to us to discuss their Wills, they often express a common concern: “How can I avoid the need for a Grant of Probate? I want to make things easier for my family.”
After talking to clients about the planning of their affairs, we at Walker Foster discovered a common misunderstanding over the difference between an executor and an attorney.
When a parent’s estate is not divided equally, or when sibling disputes arise over inheritance rights, emotions can run high, and challenging a Will can become a complex and sensitive issue. Tensions between family members can escalate, leading to legal challenges that may strain relationships and result in prolonged court proceedings.
When discussing lasting powers of attorney (LPAs) with clients, usually their immediate concern is appointing an attorney to deal with their personal affairs. But this overlooks another key question: who would run your business if you were ill, or had an accident and lost capacity?
In this blog, Walker Foster’s Wills and Probate Executive Cay Schofield shares her insights into the various planning arrangements, and how each of them can help to provide clarity and security for you and your family.
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