Who can witness my Will?
A Will requires two independent witnesses. A witness must be over 18 years old, and they cannot be a family member or anyone who is mentioned in your Will.
Can I write my own Will?
Yes you can write your own Will, but it is crucial to understand that a Will must meet specific legal requirements to be valid.
Who would be my executor?
Anyone over 18 can be an executor, an executor can also be a beneficiary. We would always recommend that you name at least one reserve executor. You can appoint a professional executor if preferred.
How do I arrange a Will?
We offer a free consultation meeting which can be a face to face meeting in the comfort of your own home, at one of our offices, by video call or by telephone.
How much does it cost to do a Will?
The cost of Wills varies, and it depends on what we need to include in your Will. We offer a free no obligation consultation meeting and following that we will give a fixed price depending on your requirements.
We have children from previous relationships, how do we protect them?
We can include a Will Trust in your Wills which offers increased protection for your loved ones.
What is a mirror Will?
A mirror Will is two Wills usually created by spouses or partners that name each other as the main beneficiary.
What happens to my children if I die when they are young?
In your Will you can appoint legal guardians for your children, and you can set out wishes to those guardians regarding your children’s upbringing, education etc. Unfortunately, without Guardians appointed a court would decide who would look after your children if you were no longer here.
What happens if I live with my partner and don’t have a Will?
This would be treated the same as being single and no assets would pass to your partner. An application for a grant of letter of administration may need to be made to the supreme court by your next of kin.
What happens if I am married and I don’t have a Will?
Your spouse will receive a portion of your assets, this is currently set at £322k, anything over would be divided between your spouse and children.