Many people are tempted by offers made by unqualified and unregulated will writing companies and unfortunately, most people receive a disappointing level of service and often a Will that is not valid or does not do what it is supposed to do. Our friendly and professional Solicitors are qualified to advise fully on the legal and other aspects of will writing. We offer free home visits and first appointments and a competitive rate for a first class service. Read our testimonials to see what other people have said.

For further information about the importance of writing a Will – Click Here

What is a Grant of Probate and why do I need one?

Probate is a Court Order giving authority to the Executor appointed in a Will to collect in and distribute the assets of a deceased person. It confirms that the Will is legal and valid. It will be needed to sell a property in the estate and for other types of assets. A similar Court Order has to be obtained where the deceased left no Will (intestacy). Our Solicitors offer a friendly and efficient service to obtain Probate. We can also advise on and calculate any tax due in an estate and help set up trusts created by a Will or on Intestacy. Let us help you with the paperwork and ensure that everything goes through smoothly at this distressing time.

I signed an Enduring Power of Attorney some years ago do I now need a Lasting Power of Attorney?

It has not been possible to create any new Enduring Powers of Attorney (EPA) since 2007 when the Mental Capacity Act replaced them with Lasting Powers of Attorney. EPAs may still be valid but if not, we can assist with making a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA). LPAs have to be registered with the Office of the Public Guardian before they are used irrespective of lack of mental capacity. We can help assess whether a person is able to make a Lasting Power of Attorney and if not, we can assist with making a Deputyship application to the Court of Protection. We can also help with registration of an existing Enduring Power of Attorney which is necessary when the donor is losing their capacity.

Disputes following a death in the Family

It is a sad fact of life that families will sometimes fall out following a death in the family. Our experienced and sensitive Solicitors can advise on the meaning and validity of a will; help with the administration of an estate; offer advice if the terms of a will are disputed and what happens if no will was made.

Should you wish to arrange an initial meeting, please contact Emma Roberts at our Gerrards Cross office or complete the form below for us to contact you.

[divider]

[gravityform id=8 name=Contact – Wills title=false]