A professional Will is the best way to ensure that your estate is inherited by who you want it to be.  

Our Will writing service will help you through the process of naming your beneficiaries, executors, and appointing legal guardians for your children or any other vulnerable dependents. We will advise you on the best way to protect your children and estate depending on your personal situation, whether through a regular Will or a more complex trust.  

Our Will writing service includes:

• All consultations and advice - face to face, by telephone, or by video call.

• Unlimited amendments during the draft stage.

• Printing and arranging signing of the Will.

• Ensuring the Will has been signed and witnessed correctly.

• All of our work is fully insured with indemnity insurance. All our Wills are based on tried and tested legal wording and comply with UK laws.

If you have any questions or want advice about our Will writing service, please give Mark a call on 07973 791801, or Nick on 07786 041908.  

FAQ 

What happens if I die without a will? 

If you die without a Will, your estate will be settled according to government-specified laws (intestacy). This could mean:  

• Your partner with inherit nothing if you are an unmarried couple.

• Extended family members will be excluded from inheritance if you are married and do not have children - your estate will solely be inherited by your spouse.

• If both parents die at the same time, family members will need to be vetted by social services to ensure they are suitable guardians. This means that any children under the age of 18 will be put into care, at least temporarily.

• Your loved ones may be left with a stressful process and legal expenses to ensure your estate is taken care of properly.

How does making a Will work? 

Nick or Mark will discuss your wishes with you and advise on the best type of Will for your personal situation. We will make sure that you fully understand your options and provide you with all the information you need to safeguard your family and estate. 

You will be able to name your beneficiaries and your executors, and name a legal guardian for any children if you and their other parent die while they are under the age of 18. You can also specify any gifts you would like to leave, as well as making your funeral wishes clear.

Once your Will is drafted, we will send it to you so you can check it reflects your wishes. If changes are needed, we can make them. We can then order the original Will and get it signed and witnessed to make it legal.  

What if I don’t know who to choose as my executor?

If you’re uncertain, Mark and Nick will be able to advise on how to choose an executor. We also offer a professional executor service for clients who would prefer this option. Our service is more cost-effective than that provided by many solicitors and we never appoint ourselves as your professional executors without your informed consent.

Am I too young to need a Will? Do I need one?

Anyone over the age of 18 can write a Will. There are some circumstances where a young person might need a Will:

• They own a property jointly with a partner, and aren’t married - if they die, their share will not pass to the co-owner, and could leave them homeless or in financial difficulty.

• Younger people often have belongings and financial assets that they wish to leave to specific people - for example, friends, siblings, or even charities. A Will lets them do this.

• Those who start a family in their 20s should have a Will to specify legal guardians to their children.

Nick or Mark will be able to provide help and guidance if you’re unsure a Will is right for you.

Can’t I just make a DIY Will?

DIY Wills can have significant drawbacks, and are not recommended. They are often not signed and witnessed correctly, meaning they are not legal, and incorrect wording if often used which can contradict or nullify wishes. Not to mention, you do not get professional advice, and you may have additional requirements or considerations which you only become aware of when an estate planner has assessed your estate.  

How much does a Will cost?

We charge £230 for a single basic Will and £275 for a mirror basic Will, inclusive of VAT. Our basic Wills include everything as standard and there are no optional extras - there are cheaper services available, but they often have hidden charges, such as additional charges for reserve executors, reserve beneficaries, guardians, and more.

If your circumstances mean that a trust-based Will is better for you, these are priced differently, and incur more cost due to their higher standard of protection.

We can also store your Wills in our secure fireproof and waterproof storage facility for £40 for all documents. This includes additional documents such as Lasting Power of Attorney.