Preparation of Wills and Codicils
Making a will may not be as expensive and time consuming as you think. We provide a quick and efficient will drafting service. We will talk to you about the points you must consider and advise on different routes to achieve the ends you want. We can provide a checklist to help you consider matters carefully.
Preparing Your Will
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We would normally charge £150 for a simple Will; £200 for simple Joint Wills; £350 to £500 for a Will with Discretionary Trusts, £95 for Living Wills and in the region of £250 for a single Lasting Power of Attorney. All costs exclude VAT.
Why is it important to make a Will?
It is important to ensure that those who you wish to benefit do so. Without a Will this may not happen and your assets could be distributed according to the law rather than your wishes.
"Home-made" or "DIY" Wills can be unclear or invalidly executed, often ending up in disappointment and stress, and ultimately in expensive litigation.
We understand that some of the terminology associated with Wills may not be familiar, such as:
Testator - this is you, the person making the Will
Beneficiary - anyone who benefits from a Will
Estate - the total value of everything you own at your death, less any outstanding commitments
Codicil - a document that adds to or alters an existing Will
Executor - those people you choose to make your Will happen
Witnesses - two witnesses must see you sign your Will and you must also watch both of them sign it. They must also watch each other sign the Will and must not benefit from the Will
We take care to ensure that our clients fully understand all aspects of making a Will. We provide safe storage for your Will at no additional charge.
