Everyone should have a Will. This is particularly true if you own property, you are married, have entered a civil partnership or have a long-term partner. It also applies if you have children or other dependants, or if you wish to leave something to someone who is not a close family member.

If you die without making a Will a number of the following adverse consequences could arise: Wills and Probate Solicitors

  • If you were unmarried in a relationship or in a civil partnership your partner would not inherit your property
  • You would have no influence over the future care of your young children which would be determined by the State
  • A higher amount of Inheritance Tax may become payable
  • Your true wishes for providing for favoured family, friends or charities would be unfulfilled and under the strict intestacy rules an unfavoured relative could automatically inherit your property or even the state

Even with an existing Will the following should be borne in mind:

  • If there have been significant changes in your circumstances your existing Will should be updated – in particular if you were to divorce or to be legally separated you would need to consider amending this or making a new Will
  • If, since your previous Will you have had children who are now under the age of 18, you should ensure that a guardian or guardians are appointed in case you and your partner pass away at the same time
  • On marriage or remarriage any existing will is usually rendered invalid

In light of the above, we would highly recommend that you make a new Will or update an existing Will. Our committed and experienced wills and probate team of UK immigration advisors will be happy to guide you through the process.

Professional fees:

Our standard fee to write a single straightforward Will  is £350 +VAT equating to £420.  If there are extensive assets and several beneficiaries then we shall advise you of the  fee upon assessment and provide you with a specific breakdown of costs. Upon taking instructions from yourself it would take 5-10 working days to prepare the Will for your approval,

Please contact our office for Wills and Probate matters. We will arrange for your requirements to be discussed at our office or at your home at a date and time of your convenience, following which the Will(s) shall be drafted and after approval, signed and witnessed in accordance with the requirements.

Please contact us today for further advice and assistance on 020 3002 9147, 075 8293 2830 or email us at info@aschfordslaw.com.