WILLS
Preparing a clear Will can help reduce uncertainty for those you leave behind.
It can also record your wishes and assist your executors in administering your
estate. In some circumstances, relatives or dependants may still be able to bring
a claim against an estate under the Inheritance
(Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975, but a properly drafted
Will can help make your intentions clear.
Our team can assist with:
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Choosing suitable executors;
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Deciding how your estate should be divided;
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Making gifts of money, property or specific items;
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Protecting assets for particular beneficiaries, including children or vulnerable beneficiaries;
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Considering inheritance tax issues, where relevant; and
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Reviewing or updating an existing Will.
We also offer safe storage of Wills for our clients; we also offer a consultation for £60 including VAT
To discuss making or updating a Will, please contact us to arrange an appointment.
Key Contacts
Stuart Johnson
Consultant Solicitor Private Client
MBA,MSc
Accredited member of SfE
Stephanie Beckett-Moore
Senior Lawyer
Private Client
Daphne Hammond
Senior Legal Assistant
Private Client
A Will sets out what should happen to your money, property and possessions after your death. It also allows you to choose the people who will deal with your estate, known as your executors.
If you die without a valid Will, your estate will be dealt with under the intestacy rules. This may mean that your estate does not pass in the way you would have chosen. For example, an unmarried partner does not automatically inherit under the intestacy rules, even if you have lived together for many years. A spouse or civil partner may not necessarily receive the whole estate, depending on your family circumstances.