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At Dorset Will Writing , we pride ourselves on our professional, yet friendly and approachable service, providing comprehensive advice tailored to suit your personal situations and needs. We are a member of the Institute of Professional Willwriters (IPW) – so having passed a written examination to prove our knowledge and expertise, we also operate within a strict code of practice approved by the Trading Standards Institute.

We have Professional Indemnity of at least £2 million, so should anything go wrong you know your beneficiaries will be compensated. By choosing an IPW member, you ensure you receive a comprehensive, professional service of the highest standard. As we all know Wills are full of legal jargon, so we promise to explain in plain English, ensuring you feel in complete control throughout the whole process of creating your Will.

We are an independent company providing a first class, personal, honest and ethical service at a reasonable cost, and we provide details of our fees in advance, so there are no nasty surprises! We will take you through step by step visiting you in your own home, at a time convenient to you, ensuring you are happy throughout the process.

The absence of a Will can cause problems, heartbreak, financial hardship and unnecessary expense for your family at the very worst possible time.

For a small investment of time and money YOU can write what YOU want in YOUR Will, protecting YOUR loved ones whilst enjoying peace of mind.

Now IS the Time to Act!! 70% of the Population DO NOT have a Will.

We can help you answer the following questions:

How can I protect my children's inheritance?

Why do I need a Will?

How can I protect my home from care costs?

• Making A Will
• Wills, Probate, Tax & Trusts
• Will Storage
• How To Find A Will
• Probate & Estates
• Powers of Attorney
• Care Home Funding
• Court of Protection
• Contested Wills
• Inheritance Tax Planning
• Trust Creation and Administration
• Advance Medical Decisions
• Equity Release
• Personal Taxation
• Probate Solicitor Costs

What Happens If I Die Without A Will?

A lot of people assume that when they die their home, savings and possessions will automatically pass to their next of kin – but sometimes the law is not that simple.

With no will you could be leaving your surviving spouse and children with complex legal problems which could lead to painful and divisive family arguments.

Also, today more people are remarrying. Die without a will and your estate could automatically pass to your second spouse and their offspring. Any children from your first family would receive nothing as of right.

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Why Make A Will?

Despite all the warnings, a staggering 75 per cent of people die without having made plans for the future of their property or possessions.

Whatever the size of your estate – even if it’s a modest one – you should always leave a clear and legally binding statement of your wishes. Making a will is the only way of guaranteeing that your wishes are respected after you have passed away.

Make a will and you are free to leave your property and possessions to whoever you want. If you die ‘intestate’ (without a will) then all your assets will be divided up according to rules set out by the government.

The rules of intestacy are a ‘one size fits all’ way of dividing up property. These strict rules apply to everyone the same way – no matter what you would have wished for your friends and family. The solution is simple: make a legally binding will and you will not be subject to the rules of intestacy.

Also, by making a will you get to choose your executor(s) – the trusted person/people who will administer the terms of your will. They will gather all your assets, share them out among your chosen beneficiaries according to your wishes and pay any outstanding bills (such as Inheritance Tax).

If you die without appointing an executor then the court will appoint someone. It will usually be a family member – but it may not be the person you would have chosen.

We believe your will is one of the most important documents that you will ever sign and should be dealt with by specialist lawyers. There are important matters to consider including:

• provisions for your children
• appointing executors and trustees to deal with your assets
• the best structure for your will to minimise the amount of Inheritance Tax that will be payable on your estate
• what to do if you hold joint property
• what to do if you have a pension plan that pays death in service benefits.

Making a will gives you the power to make more detailed provisions for your loved ones, such as:

• deciding who looks after your children after you die
• bequeathing assets to your children after they reach a certain age
• making sure that your surviving spouse or partner has a roof over their head (while still ensuring that your children inherit some money)
• ensuring that any children from a previous marriage remain beneficiaries.

Having a will also enables you to make specific wishes for your funeral.

Why Use A Solicitor To Make A Will?

You’ve probably seen DIY wills on sale in shops. They claim to be quick and easy…but be careful! They can be a dangerous false economy.

A DIY will may sound like a quick shortcut but you could make a mistake which could force your beneficiaries to pay more Inheritance Tax. Or you could unwittingly render your will invalid – which could lead to expensive legal disputes.

An experienced wills solicitor can offer you specialist expertise to help you make the right choices to safeguard the future of your family. It need not be costly – and it could save you thousands of pounds in   Inheritance Tax .

Your solicitor will help ensure that your will is worded the right – so that what is written is truly what you intend.

Coles Miller is regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority so you have the peace of mind that you are dealing with experts. We also have professional indemnity insurance – unlike unregulated will writers.

Members of Coles Miller’s Wills and Probate team have special qualifications. They are members of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP) – which requires an extra two years of study over and above normal legal qualifications. Some of our team are also accredited Solicitors for the Elderly.

See Coles Miller STEP-accredited solicitors .

See Coles Miller’s Solicitors for the Elderly.

Coles Miller is also accredited as   Dementia Friendly Solicitors   by the Alzheimer’s Society. 

What Are Mirror Wills?

Mirror wills are a pair of wills. Each reflects the terms of the other so they are generally used for married couples, civil partnerships or cohabiting partners.

You don’t have to be married, in a partnership or a relationship. Any two people can make mirror wills together.

One person may wish to leave virtually everything to the other – and vice versa. So it makes sense to take them out at the same time to make the process easier. A pair of mirror wills is also cheaper than two separate single wills.

How Long Does The Process Take?

After you have met with us and told us your wishes, we will get a first draft of your will to you within seven days.

You then come in for a second meeting to let us know if any amendments are needed. Once you have approved the draft will, you can then sign in (witnessed by us) and your will is officially a legal document.

There may be come circumstances – such as a ‘deathbed will’ – where time is limited and speed is vital. Our solicitors can act quickly to help you.

Sometimes people going on holiday abroad want the reassurance of making or reviewing their wills. Some leave it until the last minute before calling us. It is possible to complete a will under these circumstances but we would always recommend planning ahead.

What Is Probate?

Probate is the legal process by which a court makes your will a legal public document so its terms can be carried out according to your last wishes.

For more information,   see our Probate and Estates page .

Where Should I Keep My Will?

Your will is an important legal document and you should always keep it somewhere safe – but NOT in a bank safety deposit box.

That make sound counterintuitive but keeping your will in a bank safety deposit box may stop your family from seeing it after you have died. This is because the bank can’t open the box until probate has been granted…and that can’t happen without the will.

It is possible to lodge your will with the Probate Registry – but only you can take it back while you’re alive.

So where should you keep your will? Choose a place which is safest for you. We can store your will for you safely for free according to Solicitors Regulation Authority rules. We will happily provide you with copies to keep at home with your other important documents.

We always advise against keeping your original will at home, no matter how secure your safe is! If – for any reason – your will cannot be found after you have died, then it is presumed in law that you have destroyed the will. In some circumstances it is possible to unravel this legal difficulty but the process is cumbersome and time-consuming.

It’s far better to play safe and to store your original will with your solicitor. Also, you should always let your executor know – in writing – where your will is kept.

How Do I Change My Will?

It is worth reviewing your will every few years just to make sure that it still matches your family circumstances and that your wishes remain the same.

Don’t simply make a will then forget about it. Times change quickly.

There are certain trigger events that should act as a spur for you to review and update your will:

• the arrival of new children or grandchildren
• marriage, divorce or remarriage
• someone named in your will dies before you do
• you want to change executors (if they die before you or are no longer suitable for the role).

In some cases you can amend your will using a codicil (an addition) but these are rare today. Most people now simply amend and replace their will.

Also, it is possible to change the will of someone who has already died using a deed of variation.

Are Wills Private Or Public?

Before probate your will is private. It becomes a public document once probate has been granted. Anyone can search through probate records (for people who died after 1858) online.

You can obtain a copy of a probate record online around 14 days after probate has been granted or by post within four weeks.

Wills And Trusts

You can set up a trust within your will for a variety of reasons – such as to protect assets.

Find out more here about   how to set up a trust   (the webpage includes information about Property Trust Wills which help you to reduce the impact of care home fees on your estate).

Who Should You Appoint As Executors And Trustees?

You must be certain that your executors are capable of carrying out all the duties expected of them under the law. Those responsibilities include:

• identifying and valuing your assets and your liabilities
• contacting (and checking the identities of) your chosen beneficiaries
• applying to the court for a Grant of Probate (confirming their authority to administer your estate)
• settling any Inheritance Tax liabilities that may be payable
• handling any Income Tax or Capital Gains Tax matters
• dealing with the administration of your estate by collecting the assets and settling all debts (including your funeral costs)
• ensuring that the remainder of your estate is paid to your chosen residuary beneficiaries in the correct proportions
• preparing accounts setting out the transactions in the estate for those beneficiaries.

Your trustees are legally responsible for:

• managing any trust that might arise in your will
• holding funds for children until the dates you have specified in your will and, in the meantime, investing the funds in accordance with advice obtained from a suitably qualified financial adviser.

Your executors and trustees have a legal duty to act carefully and properly. If your executors or trustees cause a loss to the funds under their control, they could be personally liable to make good the loss to your estate from their own money.

Contact our solicitors (request a call back)   if you need their help as executors or trustees.

Can Wills Be Contested, Disputed Or Overturned?

Wills are now more likely to be contested than ever before. These legal wrangles – though not commonplace – are now happening more often.

There are various reasons for this. Increased publicity over celebrity will disputes has prompted more people to question why they were left out of their family wills or why they received less than they expected.

This is another good reason to ensure that you have drafted your will with the help of a solicitor who specialises in Wills and Probate.

Living Wills (Advance Decisions/Directives)

An advance decision (also known as a ‘living will’) enables a person to specify what actions should be taken on their behalf if they become unable to take decisions for themselves due to illness, old age or life-changing injuries.

Living wills are rare but are likely to become more common as dementia and other similar conditions become more prevalent in society. Sometimes they are known as advance (medical/healthcare) directives or personal directives.

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What Our Clients Say:

For Anthony Weber, Partner:

“My husband and I used Anthony Weber at Coles Miller Broadstone to make our wills. He offered a very friendly, approachable service over two comprehensive meetings. We received a commentary alongside our draft wills which made the complex legal language easy to understand. We were able to make some changes at the second meeting and have the wills signed and witnessed then and there. I would highly recommend Mr Weber to all my friends and family."

For Jenny Oxly, Associate Solicitor: 

“We recently contacted Coles Miller as our wills needed to be reviewed. As a result we received a home visit from Jenny Oxley who discussed our options and provided us with the wills that were best suited to our needs. The process was completed in a most professional manner and on this basis I would have no hesitation in recommending Coles Miller.”

For Ricky Langlois, Solicitor: 

For Kerry Hay,  Solicitor:

“I have been introduced to an amazing young solicitor, Kerry Hay, who has skilfully and patiently helped me step-by-step to arrange my final will and power of attorney so that I am totally confident that when my time comes, my son will have absolutely no problems handling my affairs through Coles Miller, Poole.”

For   Julie Morgan, Trainee Legal Executive:

"Many, many thanks for your friendly, highly professional and super efficient service 👍

For Shadi Meehan, Trainee Legal Executive:

"I would like to thank you for providing an excellent service in dealing with the updating of our wills and associated trust.  We have dealt with Cole Miller on various occasions since 1984 when our local business purchase was dealt with by Ms Myrtle Eburne.  Since then Coles Miller has dealt with our various house purchases and, latterly, dealing with our wills and trust.  The most recent occasion was when Shadi Meehan took us through the updating of those will and trust. She was understanding of our needs and requirements and the whole matter was completed efficiently and effectively within a couple of weeks so thanks must go to Shadi.  We both like the idea that you store our wills and we have advised our family of this.  We shall, of course, use Coles Miller for any future business".

For Emma Stagg, Trainee Legal Executive:

"I would like  to thank for assisting  me with making my will. I found you and all your colleagues  very pleasant  and helpful. The job was very professional  and would recommend  you to anyone.".

Meet the team

Anthony Weber

Partner and Head of Wills & Probate

Jenny Oxley

Associate Solicitor

David Parfitt

Coles Miller Consultant

Holly Munro

Marie Harder

Ricky Langlois

Stephen Peck

Private Client Executive

Julie Morgan

Trainee Legal Executive (ACILEx)

Lucy Hingston

Trusts Executive

Shadi Meehan (Maternity Leave)

Trainee Legal Executive

Justine Hefferin

Legal Executive

Christine Vaughan

Sunshine Malama

Lead COP Specialist Paralegal & PA to Anthony Weber

Diane Bridle

Antonia Chan

Trainee Solicitor

Jasmine Payne

Adele Jones

Legal Secretary

Alexandra Sagan

Bercim Temel

Carol patrick.

Shirley Ellis

Sophie Lawson

Suzy Trickett

Zoe Stynes - Maternity Leave

Jocelyn Brown

Susan burgess.

Georgia Robinson (Maternity Leave)

Making a Will is the only way to ensure that your wishes are carried out after your death. If you have not made a valid Will, your property will pass according to the Law of Intestacy. This may not be what you would have wished. In any event, it is likely to take longer to finalize than if you had made a Will. Some reasons for making a Will: 1. Your Peace of Mind 2. Make your wishes known 3. Guardians for your children 4. Providing for your children 5. So you don’t end up paying 40% Inheritance Tax 6. Without one your spouse may not get it all 7. Reduce the headache for your family

A Will brings security, reassurance, and above all peace of mind – not just for you, but for all those who depend on you, either now or in the future.

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Janet (49) & John (56) have been married for 10 years and they have little Susan 7 years old. John has two grown up children from a previous relationship, Adam and Jack. Janet has Amanda, 15, from a previous marriage, who lives with them both. Though John gets on fine with his ex, Janet doesn’t and doesn’t want him to have anything to do with her children. Janet and John bought a house together a few years ago, and though it’s mortgaged it is worth around £350k. Both have works pensions and a few savings in the bank, but not much.

John wants to make sure Janet, Susan and Amanda are looked after if something should happen to him, but he also want to be fair to his older boys. Janet wants John to look after Amanda and Susan if she isn’t around.

The solutions is a well drafted Will for them both. After a detailed consultation they decide to use a Trust to protect the family home.

In John’s Will he gifts his half of the house into a Trust that allows Janet to live there for the rest of her life, or have use of the equity of his half if she decides to move / downsize. On Janet eventually death his share would be split 4 ways between Susan, Amanda, Adam and Jack.

In Janet’s Will, she does the same as John with her half of the house but on John’s death, her share only gets split 2 ways, Susan and Amanda. She also appoints John as Guardian of all the children and additionally writes a Letter of Wishes to explain why she doesn’t want her ex-husband to have custody of Amanda. Though her ex has parental responsibility her wishes are now known and will carry great weight with any court.

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We provide services to individuals, families, and business owners who need assistance with their estate planning.

Our Services

Are you looking for a reliable, professional will writing company that can assist you in your Will writing?

Our organisation is one of the finest and we ensure making your Will is simple for you; at affordable costs, including free and secure storage.

As part of our objectives, we value openness, social responsibility, honesty, and caring for our clients is the core of all the services we offer.

Single Wills

A single will is a legally binding document that outlines the wishes of an individual in regards to their assets and property upon death. It allows a person to designate where their belongings will go, who will receive them, and how they are to be distributed.

Mirror Will

A mirror is a reflective surface that reflects light to create an image of whatever is in front of it. Mirrors are commonly used for personal grooming, decorative purposes, and to view oneself or objects behind the mirror.

Funeral Plans

A funeral plan is a type of insurance product that allows individuals to pay for their own funeral expenses in advance. It typically includes an upfront payment to cover the costs associated with burial or cremation.

Property Protection

A property protection trust is a legal arrangement in which an individual transfers ownership of their assets to a trust. This is for the benefit of themselves and other named beneficiaries.

Why Should You Make A Will Poole

Typically, a last will and testament is a legal document through which you express your preferences for the distribution of assets, including property, money, possessions, investments, and guardianship of children, in the event of your passing.

If you live in UK and you pass away without having a valid legal bestowal, the government  will  have the authority over the distribution of your assets.

Also, other people will be free to make decisions, to their benefit, on who to take care and educate your  children  under the age of 18 years.

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Approximately 59% of British adults did not have a Will

Make Your Families Life Easier

Creating a Will is crucial as it helps prevent situations like inheritance disputes. It’s a common scenario where people end up in court, battling their own family members for certain assets or investments.

Crafting a professional Will is crucial, so make sure to carefully select who will oversee your Estate after your passing. Opting for a remarkable executor will guarantee that your wishes and bequeathals are implemented in line with your intentions and desires.

Who is Your Beneficiary

To prevent such incidences; therefore, you should write a legacy and bestow your possessions to your children according to your wish and desire.

Before writing a Will, you should consider the value of the properties you own, including savings, cars, and furniture.

Also, acknowledge your homes, business entities or even property abroad, and the legacy should outline the individual to receive them after you are gone.

What to Consider, When Writing a Will

Trust and trustees.

Many individuals remain oblivious to the crucial role of trustees and commonly overlook appointing them when drafting a Will: they are the trustworthy individuals entrusted with the responsibility of safeguarding your property for the well-being of your family members, including children under the age of 18.

Beneficiaries

The reason behind writing a Will is to ensure that your loved ones inherit your possessions you worked hard to obtain. You should determine carefully on how your property will be divided and who should inherit what. The beneficiaries may include your children; wife or wives; close relatives, such as aunts, uncles, and grandchildren; friends or co-workers or any other person you may wish.

Usually, if you have young kids, you should choose the person who is to take care of them until they attain the adult age, for most states is 18 years. Therefore, it is reassuring to understand that you have the right to appoint an official guardian of your choice for your children in the will.

Your Letter of Wishes

The Single Will is an innovative Online Will writing service tailored for individuals seeking to leave behind their personal possessions. Our team of legal experts will guide you through a simple and efficient process to create your legacy. Additionally, you will be paired with a dedicated advisor who will discuss your desires and assist in crafting a bespoke document that suits your unique circumstances.

FAQs: Everything You Need To Know About Wills

Do I Need To Write A Will Poole?

Absolutely crucial! A written Will is a must-have. For instance, if you reside in England and pass away without a clear document outlining how your assets should be distributed, the government will make all the calls. They might decide to fund other projects, like crowns, instead of passing your estates on to your children. It’s imperative to take control and ensure your wishes are followed.

What information will I need to write a Will?

When making a will, you need to submit details, including your full names and addresses, titles of the executors, the location and a complete description of all the assets, and the particulars of the minor children before your death.

Who should I appoint as my executor Poole?

It is advisable to choose a trustworthy person, and it is wise to appoint more than one person, especially in high valued estates.

Why should I review my Will?

After writing your Will, it is worthwhile to review it once or twice after every five years, to make the adjustments; for example, the number of the grandchildren have changed, or the value of your assets has declined on increased.

How can I provide for adults with special needs in my Will?

To ensure that the persons benefit from the inheritance, you should consider establishing a Trust so that they can receive the revenue regularly rather than a lump-sum.

Our efficient service offer a short free consultation and free advice to understand that making services available to all is vital for an excellent service and satisfied clients.

If you are looking to write your own will here at Wills 4 Less Poole we are proud to offer a great service, provide advice on single wills, trusts through to lasting power of attorney.

I have a will, but I am getting married soon, is my Will still valid?

Your Will remains valid until you get married, marrying invalidates your previous legacy, and you should make another immediately, or your possessions will be subject to intestacy policies.

Do I need a solicitor to make a Will?

No, making a Will is flexible, and you can make it individually, or you can request the assistance of a professional Will writer .

Why do I need two witnesses in a Will writing?

According to the UK’s statutes, when a person signs a Will, there have to be two independent adults, above 18 years old, to witness the event for it to be valid and enforceable in a court of law.

Our writing services will give you a legally binding will perfect for your individual circumstances.

Wills 4 Less Poole offer expert advice on inheritance tax, mirror wills, intestacy rules, business assets and power of attorney without the cost of probate solicitors.

We offer home visit, online meetings but most clients like to meet in their own home to discuss the matters about a valid will.

Throughout the whole process we provide expert advice on how best to protect your loved ones and our legally binding writing service for lasting powers means you will get the best solution for you and your family.

Get in touch with our team today we have various types of wills and trusts available at a special offer. Protect you and your family at a very difficult time.

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A will is an extremely important part of your life – and your death. Without a will, you can create all kinds of financial and interpersonal problems among friends and family, especially if there are already tensions between different people in your personal and home life in May 2024.

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If you do not already have an existing will, then it can seem daunting to try and create one from scratch. Many people in Poole have no idea how a will looks, let alone how to create a legal document that can contain all the assets they want to spread around after their death. Even a basic will can seem like a tough document to produce on your own.

The best alternative is to use a cheap, reliable will writing service. Will writers can help you put together a will that is not only legally valid and binding but accurate to your wishes and the way that you want your family to be compensated after your passing.

A will is a major part of getting your affairs in order. We are a team of specialist will writers that understand how to tailor every single will to the client’s wishes and needs, acting as legal professionals to review and amend your will as needed to better suit the legal framework it exists in.

If you are interested in getting a valid will created, then our will writing services may be the best place to turn. There is no easier way to get a will created than sitting in the comfort of your own home and letting the professionals handle it for you.

Why Use Us?

Our team of specialist in-house solicitors and experts have formed a will writing service with a strong legal core. We understand how to construct a will that will not be contested or found invalid, writing firm and decisive details that fall within the legal requirements of any written will.

Co-Op Legal Services

We consider ourselves to offer co-op legal services, with several specialists cooperating at all times. This does not impact the solicitor cost and ensures that you get the best results possible.

Thanks to our Poole online will writing service, plenty of past clients have been able to rest easy, safe in the knowledge that our will writing services have given each family member the security and stability they will need. As legal documents, it takes a lot of skill to craft a will completely free of ambiguity and uncertain language.

Our Work in Poole

If you want to prove testamentary capacity and ensure that your will is carried out, then you want a will that is professionally written and able to give you all the right legal cover. A professional service like ours is not just there to protect someone’s interests but to make sure that the personal circumstances behind your will do not compromise your wishes.

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Our Poole experts are far more than just simple will-writers. We know how to write wills that properly distribute your assets to your chosen beneficiaries, making sure that there are no vague terms or hard-to-understand passages that get in the way of a clear and direct will statement.

As a licensed team of barristers and legal experts, we understand how inheritance laws relate to your personal possessions. We also have a full understanding of the legal processes surrounding British wills and how they should be approached if you want a will of your own.

Our online will writing service provides an easy way to get a new will written quickly, tailored to your exact needs and preferences, through multiple in-depth discussions. Will writing services like ours need to be prepared to sift through legal details and personal information to figure out how the right kind of will can be constructed.

A will dictates what happens after your death, concerning both immediate family and personal friends. A professionally-drafted will is not just something you get for style – it also provides you with the legal protection and support you need to have your wishes carried out correctly.

A large part of our duties as your will writing service involves us carefully piecing together a will that matches your wishes and needs, making sure that absolutely nothing can be misunderstood or misinterpreted. Any vagueness could allow the will to be challenged, compromising your original intentions and wishes as a result.

Inheritance

Wills are commonly used to set aside possessions or assets for inheritance, whether that is your own home or just a simple lump sum of money. We know how to write inheritance documents in a way that will not leave any doubt about how those assets are distributed and the terms behind them being handed over.

This includes details like overseas assets or money that is given in set amounts every year – things that can require highly specific legal language to get right. In a complex family situation, our professional assistance can make a big difference in how the inheritance is carried out.

Probate is the process of a person getting the legal right to deal with your personal property after your death. Your will can name a family member or friend that you trust to handle your assets – if you do not, then your closest living relative may have a chance to apply for probate.

A will allows you to specify your own executor (or executors) that will carry out your wishes instead. Since probate awards some control over your assets, you may have somebody you would prefer to name as your executor – former partners, close family members, a best friend, etc.

Probate might sound like a small detail, but it can be important if you have highly specific wishes for what will happen after your death. Our will writing services take these details into account, even if they do not initially appear to be all that important.

Reasons For Getting A Will Written

There are many reasons to get a will written, some more obvious than others. This includes:

You Have Specific Wishes

Wills allow you to specify the kind of Poole funeral that you want and means that your family do not have to make that decision for you. This can be important since many people have specific personal or religious preferences that will impact how they want their body to be treated after their death.

You Have Dependent Children

Providing for children after your death is important, especially if they are your own children. If you die without a will, then the courts will choose who takes care of them and what assets they are given, so specifying your wishes can be important.

You Aren’t Married

If you are not married or in a partnership, then there is no guarantee that your partner will get anything after your death. This could even include the home that you have both been living in if you owned it.

You Own Overseas Property

Owning property overseas can complicate things since inheritance laws might be different between the two countries. This often requires you to specify your own inheritance requirements – this gives your family and friends some guidelines on what they should be doing.

You Worry About Inheritance Tax

Inheritance tax can become a problem if your estate is worth more than £325,000 upon death. Specifying that everything above that threshold goes to your spouse can result in them avoiding the tax.

Things Change

Updating your will can be important if circumstances change. It is possible to keep a single will throughout your entire life (although your existing will is cancelled if you get married), but you will want to keep updating your will to make sure that it is relevant to your current wishes and list of assets.

Where to get a will written?

Online will-writing services provide a useful place to get wills written quickly and efficiently, condensing the usual will-writing process into something far more convenient. Local solicitors and online specialists like us are a great way to get your wills created on short notice.

Online wills are no less valid than wills that were written in person in Poole. In fact, many online wills are written with more care and specificity than the alternative, thanks to the wider pool of experience that online specialists like ours can draw from. Online platforms are akin to an online law firm – offering the same protection in a more convenient fashion.

Keep in mind that will writing is not a regulated market. You want to be sure that you are using will and probate services you can trust, so be sure to do your research on any local solicitor you consider. Even a licensed solicitor may not be experienced enough to write more than a simple will with minimal details.

How to get a will written?

The easiest way to get a will written is to simply approach a will-writing team and start telling them what you are looking for. Our will specialists know how to turn even the most basic of will concepts into an effective legal document, all without major delays or legal hurdles.

You can contact us directly if you need a will written by experts who know exactly what they are doing. We are more than happy to take up the responsibilities of writing your will, putting all of our expertise and past successes into producing the best document possible.

What is the Cost of a Will Writing Service?

On average, expect to pay anything from £100 to £150 for a single will, £250 for a mirror will, and £400 for trust wills in Poole. This can vary depending on where you go, but paying more for a higher-quality will is almost always a worthwhile trade.

A will writing service involves a lot of serious legal work and careful planning to ensure that the document is legally correct and free from any misunderstandings or vague passages. Even a small mistake in terminology can completely destroy an otherwise perfect document – many of the extra costs here are due to the time it takes to produce a good will.

A cheap will might technically be valid, but it may not offer the same fine print details that a higher-quality option does. This can become a significant problem at a later date – for example, a budget will using the wrong terminology for your civil partner or not specifying a legal guardian for your children.

Best will writing service near me

Finding a good will writing service in Poole can involve a lot of searching in your own time. However, the best wills come from experts, and online services mean that you do not even need to be in the same part of the country to get a will prepared for you.

Online wills are perfectly legal, meaning that they can be a great option for people who want something more than their local will-writers can offer.

Legal Will vs Online Will

Getting a will written by local legal professionals can often seem like the right choice, especially if you do not want to spend too much time searching for any alternatives. However, online documents offer far more flexibility and often come from specialists with more varied kinds of experience.

Wills can be tricky to write, and you might think that an online will writing service would be a riskier option. However, both are fully legal – the only difference is which one suits your needs best, and how well you choose the company providing it.

The Advantages Of Getting Will Written By A Solicitor

Writing your will yourself is always an option, but even then, it can be a smart idea to get a will writer to revise and reword it. This is because:

• A solicitor knows what to ask. They will cover details you did not even consider to leave no loopholes or vague details.
• A professional can draft your will correctly, making it far more legally admissible.
• A solicitor will word your will correctly and use the right kind of language, ensuring that nothing is misinterpreted and none of your wishes can be spun into something they are not.
• A good solicitor understands how to draft wills to accommodate complex family structures or tense financial stations.
• You get the option of extra steps, such as inheritance planning.

What happens if I die without making a will?

If you die without having written a will, then your assets and debts pass on to your partner. If you have no surviving partner, then any children you might have take on the estate, divided equally.

While this is sometimes fine for tight-knit families in Poole that can distribute the wealth as intended anyway, this can become a problem in almost any other situation.

Divorced or separated partners cannot inherit, but cohabiting or informally-separated partners still can. Other relatives may be able to inherit under specific circumstances if there is nobody else who can, following a specific order of priority.

If you have no people who are eligible to inherit your assets, then they pass to the Crown. This effectively puts them in the hands of the government, meaning that they are no longer accessible to your family unless somebody makes a case to prove otherwise.

What exactly is a will?

In general, a will is a document that spells out exactly what you want to happen after your death. That means the treatment of children, spouses, civil partners, bank accounts, properties, assets, and anything else that you might want to specify. It also includes your funeral preferences and any inheritances you wish to happen.

What Can you Include in a Will?

You can include a lot in a will, mostly involving who in your family or private life gets what. This might mean things like giving bank accounts to a civil partner or trying to securely store inheritances until your children are old enough to use them wisely.

What types of gifts can I include in my will?

There are three types of gifts involved in a will:

• Specific, meaning a particular item you own or amount of money you want to give.
• Non-specific, meaning a general term like “my collection of antiques”. These can sometimes require some interpretation from the beneficiaries.
• Residuary, meaning everything left after the specific and non-specific gifts. This could be to a specific person, or a general order to divide everything else up fairly.

You can also give gifts to children, held until they are 18, or give gifts directly to charities as a donation.

Can an executor of a will also be a beneficiary?

An executor in Poole can be a beneficiary, and the executor is often chosen from the main beneficiaries of the estate. Sometimes multiple are chosen to prevent bias and self-interest.

Do I need a will if I don’t own a house?

Wills cover all belongings, not just property. “Estate” does not mean your physical estate but your general assets as a whole.

What if I don’t have anything to leave?

Having a properly drafted will can be important even if you have no direct assets. You and your possessions may be worth more than you think, and you can also use a will to specify your funeral wishes.

Tips for writing a will if you have young children

Writing a will when children are involved can be hard – but we can help guide you through the process. Parental responsibility involves picking guardians for children who may be left parent-less, and naming them if you have any specific assets you want them to take on.

Always put parental responsibility first. You do not want to leave your children with nothing.

Can I include funeral wishes in my will?

A large part of the will involves funeral wishes in Poole. These can be amended if you change your mind later on.

Can a will help protect my home against potential care home fees?

While you can’t avoid care home fees, certain methods of creating a will can allow you to not pay inheritance tax.

I’m not married to my partner – should I make a will?

Making a will is important for any partnership that is not a marriage or civil partnership. Without a will, only certain situations will result in your assets being given to a non-spouse partner.

How does getting married affect your will?

Being married – or entering a civil partnership – makes your duties as will writer that much more important. Spouses and civil partners will not necessarily need to be left anything specific, but mirror wills can still be important for ensuring that certain assets pass between you if one of you dies.

Making a will and mental capacity

If a person lacks the mental capacity to create a will, then any will they create will not be legally binding. Using an online will service may allow you to get around this problem.

Our will writing service makes the process easy

Making a will can be simple if you use an online will writing service like ours. We provide a huge range of different options for creating the perfect will for your needs, discussing each point in detail to make sure that we are creating something that matches your wishes exactly.

We can deal with all kinds of specific information, from your registered civil partnership to the inclusion of a disabled family member. If you are living in England and Wales, then our services can provide exactly what you need – and we can start writing as soon as you need us.

Solicitors Regulation Authority

We at Get A Will Written in Poole are authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) and are part of a recognised trade body. This connection with the Solicitors Regulation Authority shows that we are taking our online service very seriously.

Can any of my beneficiaries be a witness when I am making my will?

A beneficiary can’t witness a will, and neither can the spouse or partner of those beneficiaries. While many wills are created with around two witnesses there, our online service allows each client to create separate wills in private.

Where should I store my will?

Always store your will somewhere safe. This could be a locked safe, a filing cabinet, or a special hiding place. You need the physical document, so do not lose it, and get another created if you do.

Can my will be challenged?

Any will can be challenged, but that does not mean it will necessarily be successful. Most successful challenges involve situations where somebody is ignored unfairly in your will, or you have a request or gift that does not make sense and is not possible for your family and friends to complete.

What does undue influence mean in will writing?

Undue influence happens when somebody is pressured into creating a will, adding details they normally would not. This is not a practice approved by any legal body, and wills can be contested on the grounds that they appear out-of-character or biased towards somebody who may have forcibly had it changed for their own benefit.

Not all wills are regulated – Be Careful

Not all wills are safe and reliable. Even in England and Wales, you can end up setting wills that are not tax-efficient, that use incorrect information, or that are not even legally binding. Always choose a service or solicitor you feel confident with, like us.

FAQ’s

Do debts die with you.

Debts only die with you when there is no estate left and/or no relatives left to pay them in Poole. While most debts will not incur any additional costs due to your death, they will not go away easily.

What about inheritance tax?

Inheritance tax only applies if your estate is worth more than 325,000. You can avoid this problem by splitting your money up more to get below that threshold.

Can I leave a will If I become incapacitated?

You can leave a will at any time. However, standard wills only apply if you die. The exception is living wills, which include details like whether or not you want to be resuscitated. These might also specify things that hold lasting power over your family even before you die, like property being given to family members in the event of you being severely wounded.

Can I Write My Own Will?

While you can write your own will, it is important to turn to a specialist as soon as you can. Wills require a lot of specialist legal language that the average person has not encountered before.

Even if you have every step of the writing process witnessed correctly by another person with some legal experience, the will you produce and the will we produce may feel like two separate wills.

What can I do if I think a relative’s estate has gone to the Crown?

You can attempt to claim an unclaimed estate if you think you have a reasonable justification for it. This is easiest to do when you are a relative. However, there is no guarantee that you will succeed.

Living together but not married or in a civil partnership in Poole? A ‘cohabitation agreement’ gives you protection.

Cohabitation offers you some legal protection in England and Wales. Even if you are not married, you can still take your partner’s assets in many cases.

Is it possible to change somebody’s will after they have died?

You can only change a will if everybody involved in the decision agrees. This includes people who may be worse off from the changes. Challenging a will also counts.

Get In Touch With a Specialist

If you need a will done by a professional solicitor, contact us (outside of bank holidays) and let us know what you are looking for. Our co-op legal services ensure that several of our writers can cooperate to bring you the best legal document possible, matching your exact wishes and wants.

Feel free to contact us any time – aside from bank holidays – to get a full breakdown of what we offer. The sooner you talk with us, the sooner you get your finished will.

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Best Will Writing Bournemouth

We offer a first class comprehensive online will writing service in Bournemouth, Poole and the surrounding area. You of course know that it's important to write a will but you may well be surprised just how easy writing a will online can be. With our online will writing software, which comes complete with easy to follow step-by-step guidelines, you will be able to create a comprehensive fully legal last will and testament to suit your own personal circumstances.

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MW Legal Services are Professional Will Writers who specialise in giving clients a first class, high speed service, the best advice and excellent value for money when dealing with their Wills by telephone or the web nationwide and by home visit.

Please call me now on 01305 774786 and get your Will Written by an expert.

I am a Professional Will Writer based in Weymouth, Dorset who also specialises in Lasting Powers of Attorney and changing property to Tenants in Common.

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Call me during office hours on  01305 774786 for all matters relating to writing a will in Dorset, particularly in Weymouth, Lyme Regis, Bridport, Swanage, Wareham and Dorchester.

I am a Member of the Society of Will Writers and each Will written by me is covered by £2.5million Professional Indemnity cover. I don’t employ instruction takers or admin staff, I take personal responsibility for all your needs and requirements.

If you have any questions about Wills, please call me and I will be able to provide answers. Home visits in Weymouth and around Dorset are available.

Home visit wills areas covered are Weymouth, Dorchester, Poole, Bournemouth, Bridport, Yeovil, Lyme Regis, Axminster, Charmouth, Chideock, Burton Bradstock, Blandford Forum and all of rural Dorset.

MW Legal Services adhere to the Society of Will Writers Code of Practice and are proud to be able to use their “Safe to do business with” banner.

Wills have many names, below is a list of the Wills that we can provide for you:

Single Wills, Basic Wills , Joint Wills, Mirror Wills, Family Wills, Trust Wills. Inheritance Tax Wills, Protective Property Trust Wills, Discretionary Trust Wills, Living Wills, Deed of Variation.

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Wills 4 Less Dorset

We provide services to individuals, families, and business owners who need assistance with their estate planning.

Our Services

Are you looking for a reliable, professional will writing company that can assist you in your Will writing?

Our organisation is one of the finest and we ensure making your Will is simple for you; at affordable costs, including free and secure storage.

As part of our objectives, we value openness, social responsibility, honesty, and caring for our clients is the core of all the services we offer.

Single Wills

A single will is a legally binding document that outlines the wishes of an individual in regards to their assets and property upon death. It allows a person to designate where their belongings will go, who will receive them, and how they are to be distributed.

Mirror Will

A mirror is a reflective surface that reflects light to create an image of whatever is in front of it. Mirrors are commonly used for personal grooming, decorative purposes, and to view oneself or objects behind the mirror.

Funeral Plans

A funeral plan is a type of insurance product that allows individuals to pay for their own funeral expenses in advance. It typically includes an upfront payment to cover the costs associated with burial or cremation.

Property Protection

A property protection trust is a legal arrangement in which an individual transfers ownership of their assets to a trust. This is for the benefit of themselves and other named beneficiaries.

Why Should You Make A Will Dorset

Typically, a last will and testament is a legal document through which you express your preferences for the distribution of assets, including property, money, possessions, investments, and guardianship of children, in the event of your passing.

If you live in UK and you pass away without having a valid legal bestowal, the government  will  have the authority over the distribution of your assets.

Also, other people will be free to make decisions, to their benefit, on who to take care and educate your  children  under the age of 18 years.

Your essential must do's - When Making A Will!

Approximately 59% of British adults did not have a Will

Make Your Families Life Easier

Creating a Will is crucial as it helps prevent situations like inheritance disputes. It’s a common scenario where people end up in court, battling their own family members for certain assets or investments.

Crafting a professional Will is crucial, so make sure to carefully select who will oversee your Estate after your passing. Opting for a remarkable executor will guarantee that your wishes and bequeathals are implemented in line with your intentions and desires.

Who is Your Beneficiary

To prevent such incidences; therefore, you should write a legacy and bestow your possessions to your children according to your wish and desire.

Before writing a Will, you should consider the value of the properties you own, including savings, cars, and furniture.

Also, acknowledge your homes, business entities or even property abroad, and the legacy should outline the individual to receive them after you are gone.

What to Consider, When Writing a Will

Trust and trustees.

Many individuals overlook the importance of appointing trustees when drafting a will. Trustees are trusted individuals responsible for managing your property on behalf of your family, including minors under the age of 18.

Beneficiaries

The reason behind writing a Will is to ensure that your loved ones inherit your possessions you worked hard to obtain. You should determine carefully on how your property will be divided and who should inherit what. The beneficiaries may include your children; wife or wives; close relatives, such as aunts, uncles, and grandchildren; friends or co-workers or any other person you may wish.

Usually, if you have young kids, you should choose the person who is to take care of them until they attain the adult age, for most states is 18 years. Therefore, it is reassuring to understand that you have the right to appoint an official guardian of your choice for your children in the will.

Your Letter of Wishes

The Single Will is an innovative Online Will writing service tailored for individuals seeking to leave behind their personal possessions. Our team of legal experts will guide you through a simple and efficient process to create your legacy. Additionally, you will be paired with a dedicated advisor who will discuss your desires and assist in crafting a bespoke document that suits your unique circumstances.

FAQs: Everything You Need To Know About Wills

Do I Need To Write A Will Dorset?

Absolutely vital, having a written Will is of utmost importance. For instance, if you are a resident of England and pass away without a document that outlines the distribution of your assets, your possessions will fall under the authority of the government, which will determine who will inherit what. Notably, the state may even allocate funds to other projects like crowns instead of distributing your estates to your children.

What information will I need to write a Will?

When making a will, you need to submit details, including your full names and addresses, titles of the executors, the location and a complete description of all the assets, and the particulars of the minor children before your death.

Who should I appoint as my executor Dorset?

It is advisable to choose a trustworthy person, and it is wise to appoint more than one person, especially in high valued estates.

Why should I review my Will?

After writing your Will, it is worthwhile to review it once or twice after every five years, to make the adjustments; for example, the number of the grandchildren have changed, or the value of your assets has declined on increased.

How can I provide for adults with special needs in my Will?

To ensure that the persons benefit from the inheritance, you should consider establishing a Trust so that they can receive the revenue regularly rather than a lump-sum.

Our efficient service offer a short free consultation and free advice to understand that making services available to all is vital for an excellent service and satisfied clients.

If you are looking to write your own will here at Wills 4 Less Dorset we are proud to offer a great service, provide advice on single wills, trusts through to lasting power of attorney.

I have a will, but I am getting married soon, is my Will still valid?

Your Will remains valid until you get married, marrying invalidates your previous legacy, and you should make another immediately, or your possessions will be subject to intestacy policies.

Do I need a solicitor to make a Will?

No, making a Will is flexible, and you can make it individually, or you can request the assistance of a professional Will writer .

Why do I need two witnesses in a Will writing?

According to the UK’s statutes, when a person signs a Will, there have to be two independent adults, above 18 years old, to witness the event for it to be valid and enforceable in a court of law.

Our writing services will give you a legally binding will perfect for your individual circumstances.

Wills 4 Less Dorset offer expert advice on inheritance tax, mirror wills, intestacy rules, business assets and power of attorney without the cost of probate solicitors.

We offer home visit, online meetings but most clients like to meet in their own home to discuss the matters about a valid will.

Throughout the whole process we provide expert advice on how best to protect your loved ones and our legally binding writing service for lasting powers means you will get the best solution for you and your family.

Get in touch with our team today we have various types of wills and trusts available at a special offer. Protect you and your family at a very difficult time.

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Family values and a commitment to your legacy are at the heart of everything we do. We understand that Will Writing and Estate Planning are not just legal matters but deeply personal ones that can have a lasting impact on your loved ones.

Our commitment to you goes beyond just drafting legal documents

We are a family run business; our aim is to help you settle your affairs smoothly with no nasty surprises left for your family after you are gone.

We understand that not everyone operates in office hours, which is why we can arrange an appointment to see you at home or work at a time to suit you. Our initial consultations are offered with no obligation. At this stage we will explain the options available to you and once the best solution has been decided, our consultant will give you a fixed price quotation for preparing your Will and documents.

We pride ourselves on the fact that our quotations show the fixed cost you will pay with no hidden extras or add-ons.

We specialise in the following:

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Making a Will

With Poole Alcock Solicitors, the process of making a Will is an easy and affordable one.

Make a Will

Losing someone you care for is a sad and unhappy event, but if your nearest and dearest were to lose you, would you prefer your hard earned assets to benefit those you love and care about, or to pass to HM Treasury? Choosing whether or not to have a Will prepared is as simple as answering that question. Having a valid Will is the best way to ensure that your property goes to those you choose, whether that is a spouse, partner, children, or a favourite charity.

There are many misunderstandings about inheritance, such as the belief that if you are married all of your property will automatically be inherited by your spouse. Or, that a long term partner is entitled to inherit your estate. Sadly, neither is true and without a Will, your spouse may be faced with a limit on the amount they can inherit and your partner may be left in financial difficulty under the intestacy rules.

With Poole Alcock Solicitors, the process of making a Will is an easy and affordable one that we can guide you through, drafting it for your approval, making any amendments, and ensuring it is validly signed. We can even make sure that your Will forms an integral part of your inheritance tax or care fees planning.

However large or small the assets you leave, you can have peace of mind, knowing that you have made the future easier for your loved ones by leaving a valid Will.

If you would like to speak to us about making a Will to ensure your assets go to those you choose, why not contact Poole Alcock today for a professional, personal and local service?

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