Wills and Probate Solicitors

Our Comprehensive Wills and Probate Services

Will Writing Services

Our expert Wills and Probate solicitors provide comprehensive Will writing services tailored to your unique circumstances:

• Simple and Complex Will Drafting – From straightforward Wills to complex estate planning documents
• Mirror Wills for Couples – Coordinated estate planning for married couples and civil partners
• Trust Wills – Protecting your assets and beneficiaries through sophisticated trust arrangements
• Business Owner Wills – Specialised provisions for business succession and commercial assets
• International Wills – Cross-border estate planning for clients with overseas assets
• Will Reviews and Updates – Ensuring your Will remains current with life changes

Probate and Estate Administration

When you need support administering an estate, our Wills and Probate solicitors handle every aspect:

• Grant of Probate Applications – Securing legal authority to administer estates
• Letters of Administration – Assistance when no valid Will exists
• Estate Valuation and Asset Collection – Comprehensive asset identification and valuation
• Inheritance Tax Planning and Returns – Minimising tax liability and HMRC compliance
• Debt Settlement and Distribution – Managing creditor claims and beneficiary distributions
• Estate Accounts Preparation – Detailed financial reporting for beneficiaries

Inheritance Disputes and Will Contests

Our experienced Wills and Probate solicitors provide expert representation in:

• Will Validity Challenges – Contesting Wills on grounds of capacity or undue influence
• Inheritance Act Claims – Family provision claims under the Inheritance Act 1975
• Executor Disputes – Resolving conflicts between executors and beneficiaries
• Beneficiary Disputes – Mediating and resolving inheritance conflicts
• Professional Negligence Claims – Pursuing claims against previous legal advisors

Specialised Estate Planning Services

Powers of Attorney

Protecting your interests if you become unable to manage your affairs:

• Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPA) – Health and welfare and property and financial affairs
• Enduring Powers of Attorney – Ongoing management of existing EPAs
• Court of Protection Applications – When LPAs are not in place

Tax Planning and Wealth Preservation

Working alongside our independent financial advisors, we can assist with:

• Inheritance Tax Mitigation – Strategic planning to reduce tax liability
• Business Property Relief – Maximising tax reliefs for business assets
• Residential Nil Rate Band – Optimising family home allowances
• Charitable Giving Strategies – Tax-efficient philanthropy planning
• Trust Planning – Sophisticated structures for wealth preservation

Elder Law and Capacity Planning

Comprehensive support for older clients and their families:

• Mental Capacity Assessments – Professional evaluation of decision-making ability
• Care Home Fee Planning – Protecting assets from care costs
• Deputyship Applications – Court-appointed financial management
• Advance Directives – Living Wills and healthcare preferences

Why Choose our Wills and Probate Solicitors?

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  Expertise and experience – With years of experience in Wills and Probate law, our solicitors bring a wealth of knowledge to every case. We stay abreast of the latest legal developments to provide you with the most up-to-date and effective legal solutions.

• Personalised approach – We understand that every client is unique, and we take the time to understand your circumstances. Our personalised approach ensures that your legal strategy aligns with your goals and concerns.
• Compassionate guidance – Dealing with issues of mortality and inheritance can be emotionally challenging. Our team offers compassionate and empathetic guidance, providing support during difficult times and ensuring a sensitive approach to your legal matters.

Want to find out more? Contact our expert Wills and Probate Solicitors today on 0800 024 1976 or via our online enquiry form.