Wills and probate solicitors in London
If you’re among the 31 million adults in the UK who do not have a Will, then now is the time to cross this off your to-do list. Having a professionally drafted Will is the only way you can be sure that your last wishes are legally protected. It also provides you the opportunity to appoint someone, or multiple people, as an executor to ensure your wishes are carried out.
Your Will is personal to you and allows you to, for example, express the guardianship you’d like for your children if you were to pass away before their eighteenth birthday, take stock of your assets and consider how you would like these to be distributed, include provisions for a charity that is close to your heart, and ensure any sentimental items are gifted to exactly who you want. Without a valid Will in place, the Rules of Intestacy will apply, which could set lower inheritance thresholds than you’d like to allow for and may also see those closest to you miss out.
Having a Will is especially vital if you would like to minimise any inheritance tax payable on your estate, to reduce the risk of disputes, if you have complex assets such as foreign property or business interests, or if you need to cater for particular beneficiaries, such as setting up a special trust for disabled dependants or any children from a previous relationship.
If you have lost a loved one and are looking for support with estate administration in London, our team can help. We understand that experiencing loss can feel like being hit by a tonne of bricks and that the probate process is the last thing you’d want on your mind. We can work with families and loved ones to locate the Last Will and Testament, if there is one, ensure any appointed executors understand their role and legal obligations, and we can help fulfil these duties if needed. We provide flexible options ranging from advice and guidance through to fulfilling administrative tasks.
Our will and probate solicitors in London are well versed in all aspects of private client law and can help you with:
- Court of Protection
- Deputyship
- Estate administration
- Inheritance and tax planning
- Living Wills
- Making a will
- Power of Attorney
- Probate
- Property transfers
- Trusts
- Will and inheritance disputes
Contact our solicitors in London for a Free Initial Assessment about estate planning or administration options that might be right for you. Our team are approachable, caring and diligent, offering a customer-focused experience.