A Will is an extremely important document that details exactly how you wish your estate to be distributed on your death and who you wish to deal with matters for you as your executors. Executors can be members of your family, friends or your Solicitor.

A Will is also important, if you have children, so that you can appoint Guardians to look after them in the event of your death and also Trustees to look after their finances.

A well drafted Will can also incorporate tax planning, with the potential to save you a considerable amount of money.

The absence of a Will can result in confusion and arguments, as well as additional work for your loved ones at a difficult time.

Why Choose us?

We aim to make the process as simple and inexpensive as possible, without compromising on the high quality advice that is our hallmark. During your first meeting we will be able to provide a fixed fee quote for the preparation of your Will.
We also provide:

  •  FREE Will Storage service to our clients.
  •  Home or hospital visits as required
  •  Advice on related issues, such as Powers of Attorney and      Court of Protection receivership applications.

Probate & Administration of Estates
We have a team of highly experienced solicitors who aim to provide you with sympathetic and efficient service and guidance at a difficult time.

Carrying a Will into effect is best done with skill and experience. We can help gather in all the assests of the estate, settle any liabilities, deal with issues such as tax and accounting which usually arise and distribute the estate to the beneficiaries.

If there is no Will at all, we can help the next of kin apply for authority to deal with the estate and provide advice about the rules of intestacy.

How can I avoid inheritance tax having to be paid on my estate after I die?

It is not always possible to avoid inheritance tax altogether, but it can often be mitigated. This can involve giving assets away during your lifetime or, if you are married, giving assets away to someone other than your spouse on first death. This can be done without adversely affecting the surviving spouses financial security by the use of appropriate trusts.

Yes by using a lasting power of attorney (see our elderly client page). However the use of such documents must be considered very carefully including the choice of your attorney, and whether his or her powers under the document should be restricted

If I dont have a will, what will happen to my house and my other assets when I die?

Your estate will be distributed under the intestacy rules, and these can produce surprising results. For example, your spouse may not be entitled to all of your assets. If you are living with a partner, he or she will not be provided for under the intestacy rules.

We support Will Aid.

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