Will Writing Solicitors.

There is an ever-expanding range of budget ‘quick-will’ offerings, but it’s important to be aware that will writing is one of the few legal service areas which is not regulated. This means that people, or commercial organisations, with no legal qualifications and possibly either little or no training, are able to offer will writing services. Peace of mind is a key reason for writing a will in the first place, so why leave anything to chance? Trust the experts and talk to our team.

Writing a will is something people tend to put off until a later date – we all know it needs doing but it’s not at the top of our list of priorities and there always seems as though there’s plenty of time to get around to it.

It can be difficult facing up to the thought of no longer being here, but ensuring affairs are in order and that those closest to us are going to be alright after we are gone, is a good thing to do. Not making a will can lead to problems for loved ones at what is almost certainly going to be a tough, emotional time in their lives.

Making a will is the only way to control what happens to your property, assets, savings and possessions after you are gone, and offers clarity to your family and friends, something that may not be clear if you die intestate (i.e. without making a will).

As your legal advisor acting in your best interests at all times, you may require us to prepare lifetime trusts, selling or gifting assets or any business interests, and guide you through any tax issues which may arise.

Living arrangements and other family-related issues can prove difficult and complex. The advice of your specialist legal team at Lanyon Bowdler will focus on anything that may crop up and offer possible solutions to help you come to a decision.

We always strive to be sensitive and professional and are able to draft your will, along with any other relevant paperwork, so your wishes can be carried out when the time comes. This may involve taking your beneficiaries through the thought processes that led you to the decisions you have made.

There may be particular reasons why you don’t want your estate immediately to pass to beneficiaries on your death, and we will guide you in the areas of setting up trusts which will protect them and any inheritance. These reasons may include the vulnerability of the beneficiary, divorce, bankruptcy or a weakness for poor spending.

You will need to appoint appropriate executors and trustees. Lanyon Bowdler has a wealth of experience in this area and is able to take on this role, ensuring the best interests of your estate are safeguarded and dealt with in accordance with your wishes at all times.

Should you wish to appoint another trusted adviser, family member or friend in this capacity, when the time comes, we will work with them, providing support and guidance in helping them through what can be an extremely difficult experience, making sure everything is carried out correctly at every step in the process.