Will Writing

If someone passes away without leaving a Last Will and Testament, the law will determine who inherits what they own. In legal jargon, this is described as ‘dying intestate’, where any money, property and personal possessions belonging to the deceased will be distributed in accordance with the rules of intestacy, rather than in accordance with their final wishes.

In some cases, if someone has died without making a Will, or having a properly executed Will in place, the rules of intestacy may mean loved ones, even those who have lived with or were otherwise financially dependent on the deceased, will not be entitled to inherit a penny. Equally, if someone dies without having updated an existing Will following a change of circumstances — for example, having got divorced, remarried or had children — this may mean that their estate is distributed in a way that doesn’t reflect their most recent wishes.

Ensuring that a current Will is in place, one that’s legally compliant and clearly drafted, can help to protect loved ones from future financial uncertainty. It can also ensure that the testator’s estate is dealt with in the manner of their choosing and by those that they trust, where they can appoint who they’d like to act as executors. Further, along with clever tax planning, a Will can be used to help reduce any liability to Inheritance Tax, not to mention make provision for the care of any children under 18 by way of a guardianship clause.

What we do for our clients

At Farnworth Rose Solicitors we have a wealth of experience in writing and reviewing Wills, to ensure our clients have the peace of mind that their affairs are in order and their loved ones will be taken care of after they’re gone, both financially and otherwise.

We provide our clients with tailored estate planning advice, including the ways in which Inheritance Tax can be kept to a minimum and any legacy left to minors can be properly managed, including the provision of testamentary trusts. We also take the time to fully get to grips with the fine detail of each client’s circumstances, providing them with a Will that accurately reflects their wishes and provides for any contingencies, so that when the time comes, their estate is distributed in precisely the way that they intended.

With the benefit of our skillset and legal expertise, we have helped hundreds of clients prepare for the future, allowing them to get on with making the most of their lives.

How we can help you

For those of you who haven’t yet put a written Will in place, or would like to review and update their Will, our legal experts are here to make planning for your future, and for your family’s future, as simple and straightforward as possible.

Our specialised solicitors can provide you with expert guidance on a wide range of scenarios, from making financial provision for unmarried partners and children from previous relationships, to setting out the arrangements for care of your children should the worst happen. At Farnworth Rose, we will help to protect you and your loved ones, ensuring that they will ultimately benefit from your legacy and will be well looked after.

How you can contact us

For expert advice and assistance on putting in place or updating a Last Will and Testament, call Farnworth Rose today on 01282 695 400 or complete the form below and we’ll be in touch.