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Making a Will is a simple and straightforward process. Arrange or update your Will today and relax safe in the knowledge your wishes will be carried out.

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Dealing with the death of a loved one is a difficult time. By preparing a Will, you can help minimise the stress and hassle for those who you will leave behind.

We know that talking about death does not come easy for some people. For others it is not a problem. No matter how you feel about passing away, we can help you make a Will that will bring clarity and certainty at a highly-emotional time.

Ensure your last requests are carried out. Put Tax-efficient plans in place. Avoid potential disputes arising. Provide for your family’s future.

There are many reasons why you should write a Will and keep it up to date, but knowing your loved ones and dependants will be looked after often provides great comfort in later life.

To discuss your estate with the sensitivity and care it deserves, call 0191 5666500 and make an appointment with our Will writing Solicitors in Sunderland.

Our relaxed & friendly approach to Will Writing

Making a Will should not be daunting. It should be simple and affordable.

To  minimise the likelihood of problems or arguments arising after your death, we would advise speaking to our expert team of Will Solicitors.

Whilst a Will is an extremely important document, which needs to be correctly drafted, we do not believe the process should feel too stuffy. We like to keep things informal. Like having a chat with your friend.

By adopting this relaxed and friendly approach, it is much easier for our experienced Will Solicitors to explain any intricacies.

We will hold your hand to guide you through the Will writing process, until you feel 100% comfortable with the final draft. And any information you tell us will be kept in the strictest confidence.

To discuss any aspect of making a Will, call 0191 5666500 to make an appointment or contact us to request a call back. If you cannot come to our office for a chat, a home visit can be arranged.

Will Writing Services to Protect Your Loved Ones

With help from our experienced team of Will Writing Solicitors, you can make decisions that will benefit your loved ones in the long term.

Monitored by the Solicitors Regulation Authority, we are proud members of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP) and Full Accredited Members of The Association of Lifetime Lawyers (previously known as Solicitors for the Elderly), recognising our expertise in supporting older and vulnerable people, as well as their families and carers.

After discussing and listening to your wishes, we will make sure your Will reflects your intentions, clearly and without ambiguity. If necessary, we can advise you about any difficult circumstances or potential Tax implications.

When you are happy with the draft Will, we will explain it in easy-to-understand language so you understand it and agree to its terms. We will then arrange for the signing of the Will in front of a  suitable witness to ensure that it is valid, before providing you with a complimentary copy of the signed Will – and a simple summary for easy reference.

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• Long-term financial planning

The Importance of Making a Will

There are many practical reasons why you should make a Will, such as alleviating stress and preventing serious financial problems.

By making a Will, you may be able to reduce any potential Inheritance Tax liabilities – and make life easier for your loved ones, at what is often a sensitive and distressing time.

But for most people, the main reason for writing a Will is to ensure your Estate is distributed to the people who you want to benefit.

Popular reasons for making a Will:

• Adequately provide for your partner
• Appoint people you trust as guardians to look after children under 18
• Appoint a specified person(s) to carry out the terms of your Will
• Name the people you want to receive your Estate
• Leave legacy gifts or money
• Explain and state your funeral wishes
• Prevent family disputes arising
• Minimise potential Inheritance Tax

If you are unmarried or in a Civil Partnership and your partner dies, not having a Will could create serious issues for the one left behind to grieve.

What happens if you do not make a Will?

If you die without making a Will, your money, assets and belongings – known as your Estate – will be divided in accordance with the Intestacy Rules in UK Law.

Unfortunately, this may not be in accordance with your wishes – and it could mean that you pay more Tax than is necessary. In some instances, whole Estates have been passed over to the Crown. Would you really want this to happen after working hard for your whole life?

Making a Will ensures you can provide for your loved ones in a clear and legally binding way, minimising the risk of any disputes arising after your death.

Clear & transparent Will writing costs

Most people only need our assistance to help draft a simple Will.

We offer a fixed rate charge of £159.00 (+VAT) for the preparation of a straightforward Single Will. Mirror Wills are priced at £255.00 (+VAT).

Where a more complex Will is necessary, you will be informed of the Will Writing costs during discussions with a Solicitor and provided with written confirmation. You are then free to agree or disagree before any work is carried out.

Please click to access detailed information about our Will Writing Costs and further information about fees relating to Estate Administration matters. Once your Will has been written, we will store it at no charge.

To discuss your Will in confidence, call 0191 5666500 and speak to our friendly experts or contact us to request a call back.

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Established in 1834, we are a full-service law firm with a reputation for excellence across a wide range of legal services.

From our headquarters in Sunderland, we serve clients from Newcastle, the North East region and across the UK.

We are proud to be a member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP), with Trust and Estate Practitioner (TEP) status.

To further strengthen the service we offer, we are Full Accredited Members of Solicitors for the Elderly (SFE), having successfully attained the Older Client Law in Practice (OCLP) Award. This prestigious status recognises our expertise in supporting older and vulnerable people, as well as their families and carers.

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Jacqueline Emmerson has over thirty years legal experience in dealing with Wills/Probate, Lasting Powers of Attorney, Court of Protection and Mental Incapacity cases. She manages the affairs of older clients who have no one to assist them, often recovering thousands of pounds in overpaid utility bills and backdated claims for state benefits. Together with her Clear and Clean team she can turn around houses very quickly often presenting them for sale at tens of thousands more than they were initially valued. Jacqueline’s team are the proud winners of Private Client Team of The Year at the British Wills and Probate Awards. Jacqueline has since gone on to be a judge for these prestigious awards. Jacqueline writes articles, gives talks, appears on radio and has produced videos in relation to her expertise in this area of law. She is a Dementia Friend and member of Gosforth Dementia Group. Emmersons is the only Solicitors firm in the country to offer Slow Shopping, for those with physical or mental incapacity or impairment. This was set up by Jacqueline.

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Contact us now for a free review of your will, newcastle will writing services: 0191 284 6989 sunderland will writing services: 0191 567 6667.

If you already have a will and think that it may be out of date, our will solicitors can review your existing will free of charge . If it still suits your purposes then we shall advise you of this at no cost. If it doesn’t suit your current needs, we will help you write a new Will.

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How Do I Know If I Need to Change My Will?

Have any of the following events occurred since you made your will? If so, you should consider writing a new will:

• If you married after the date of your Will it will be automatically revoked (unless made in contemplation of the specific marriage).
• If you divorce, have your marriage annulled, or declared void, or if your civil partnership is dissolved after the date of your Will. In most cases any appointment of your former spouse/civil partner as executor or trustee will no longer be appropriate.
• If you change your name or anyone mentioned in the Will changes theirs.
• If an executor or trustee dies or becomes unable/unwilling or unsuitable to act e.g. If they have Dementia/Alzheimer’s or if they have moved abroad.
• If you have specifically bequeathed any item/property which you then sell or which changes in nature.
• If your estate increases considerably in value, advice may be required with regard to inheritance tax liability and ways to minimise this during your lifetime.
• If you wish at any time to revoke or amend any clause in your Will.
• If you acquire assets in a foreign country or make or amend a foreign will.
• If you have children who have not been provided for in your Will.
• If a beneficiary has developed an illness that requires them to be cared for in a care home. This would require specific advice.

Why Use Emmersons Will Writing Service to Draft Your Will?

• We can offer you Free Will and Deed Storage unlike Banks and Building Societies who will charge you to store your documents.
• We are happy to offer you a Free Initial Appointment so you can weigh up your options
• We can offer you a Free Review of your existing will. If your Will does not require any changes then we will inform you of this free of charge.
• Why not appoint us as Expert Executors thus removing any stress from your friends and relatives.
• We are happy to offer Home Consultations or Will Writing Consultations at Care Homes and Hospitals
• Emergency Wills Available, please contact us if you or a member of your family needs a Will writing at short notice

If you would like any advice from our Expert Will Writing Solicitors in Newcastle and Sunderland, then please do not hesitate to contact us. We can offer you a FREE review of your existing will as well as comprehensive advice on will writing or lifetime planning. We can be contacted on.

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Our Gosforth Office has wheelchair access, you can be dropped off at our front door and there is free parking on the adjoining streets. You can also park opposite our Sunderland Office on John Street.

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"Overall very happy with the appointment and the service provided. Everything was explained very well in simple terms which both myself and my elderly Aunt could understand. I was impressed as Laura took into account that my Aunt was hard of hearing so ensured she took her time in explaining everything so that it was understood. I thought the office was very professional and friendly." Ms S

"From the very start I was made to feel very welcome and relaxed. I was anxious about the appointment and especially so as I was brining my husband who has dementia. I found that everyone was professional. The face to face contact in the appointment and the friendly manner ensured that a difficult process was made easier. I received all relevant information which helped me make an informed choice about which route to go down. They did not push me to make a particular choice, I was able to go away and discuss the information with my family to make the choice that was best for me. If I ever need a solicitor I would not hesitate to use Emmersons Solicitors again." Ms R

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Chris Lamb Will Writing

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An independent Will Writing Company based in the North East providing everything from Wills , Lasting Power of Attorney , Trusts and Estate Planning . We cover County Durham , Northumberland , Tyne & Wear and Teesside .

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Chris Lamb Will Writing Ltd is an independent and local company committed to offering a higher quality bespoke service at an affordable fixed cost. We have a number of clients in Chester-Le-Street, Durham, Newcastle, Gateshead, Sunderland, Washington, Consett and Middlesbrough.

As we are a member of the Society of Will Writers, it also gives you complete assurance that all work is carried out to the highest standards and covered by £2.5 million of professional indemnity insurance.

Get in touch to arrange a free consultation at a time that suits you. We can arrange appointments at your home and are happy to see you on evenings and weekends. Phone appointments are also available for those who live outside the North-East of England.

“Chris has just helped my husband and I to write our wills. What a lovely friendly man, he explained it all in step by step layman’s terms. Nothing was a trouble, he came out to our home which was a big help, with us both working shifts. Thanks again Chris. Would highly recommend Chris Lamb Will Writing Ltd.”

“My husband and I found Chris to be professional and personable. He made everything straight forward and easy to understand. I have no hesitation in recommending Chris to others and would certainly use his services again in the future.”

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Nearly two thirds of UK adults do not have a written will in place, meaning that their property, finances, and other assets may not be distributed to the people they would have chosen after their death. A will is a legal document that sets out what you wish to happen to your assets, money, and any children under 18 when you die, and is the only way you can ensure your wishes are followed.

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At Joslin Rhodes, our expert Wills and Probate team in Sunderland have extensive experience in creating Wills. We’re here to give you peace of mind that you’ve got everything covered when planning your legacy to your loved ones.

A badly written Will can be costly, eating into your family’s inheritance and possibly leaving them with nothing. It could also have considerable  tax implications for your loved ones too.

We’ll properly structure your Will, making sure no loved ones are disinherited and your legacy lives on after you.

We can also advise you on Inheritance Tax, Care Fees,  Lasting Powers of Attorney, Trusts and Life Insurance, to protect your loved ones wherever possible.

As an ongoing service, we’ll review your documents to make sure they’re always in line with your wishes. We’re also specialists in pension advice and retirement planning within Sunderland.

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Many people assume if they don’t have a Will, things will just be shared out between their loved ones but there are some instances when this might not be the case. It’s also possible to disinherit them without realising it, which makes setting your wishes out in a Will an important decision.

If you don’t have a Will when you die, your assets are distributed by the laws of intestacy.

This works by looking at your next of kin, so if you’re married with no children, your partner receives everything, if you have children your partner receives the first £250,000 plus possessions and half of the remainder. Your children will receive the rest.

If you’re not married but do have children, everything passes to your children equally. If you don’t have children it goes to your nearest living relative in order of your parents, then your brothers and sisters, then grandparents, then aunts and uncles. If there’s no living relatives everything passes to the crown.

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Estate planning , or Protect as we call it, is all about protecting your financial planning, so you know your assets and family are protected when you’re no longer here. It could include things like:

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You tell us all the ways you’d like to protect your assets and we’ll structure your Will, so your final wishes have the legal status to be carried out in the way you want.

Essentially, the Protect team are there to make sure what you leave behind goes to the people you want and not someone else you haven’t considered.

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At your meeting you’ll meet the Protect team, who’ll listen to your concerns and chat about what you’ve already got, before talking through your options to plug any gaps you might have.

We’ll also look at things like, what you want to happen to your estate when you’re gone and help solve any potential issues.

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2 top sunderland will writing, trust & probate solicitors.

Below we look at the 2 “best” will writing , trust and probate solicitors in Sunderland.

For more on how we chose the best please consult our FAQ section at the end.

Please not the following listings are in no particular order and we are not making any recommendations for any particular solicitor. Nor are we making any other financial recommendations. 

Richard Reed

Description from the business: As a well-known and reputable law firm in Sunderland, Richard Reed Solicitors is recognised throughout Wearside and right across the North East for our dedication to the outstanding provision of legal advice to both personal and commercial clients.

Our results driven, expert team are here to provide you with a wide range of insightful and considered bespoke legal solutions to help you achieve your objectives and goals, for both individuals and businesses.

We offer advice on a range of legal services, including: Family law & Divorce, Employment Law, Residential & Commercial Property, Estate Planning Law, Disputes & Agricultural Law

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Address: 3-6 Frederick St, Sunniside, Sunderland SR1 1NA

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Review Score: 4.5 Number of Reviews: 74 Read Reviews

Emmersons Solicitors

Description from the business: Sunderland Divorce Solicitors.

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Sunderland Wills and Probate Solicitors.

Sunderland Lasting Powers of Attorney, Court of Protection and Elderly Client Help.

Specialist Motoring Offences Solicitors in Sunderland.

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We are members of Solicitors For The Elderly and our staff are trained Dementia Friends.

We also offer Collaborative Family Law, our aim being to keep your case out of court wherever possible.

Why not try Round Table Meetings instead of contested court hearings?

We offer friendly yet professional advice.

We offer a first rate Conveyancing service, contact us on 0191 567 6667 for a FREE FIXED FEE conveyancing quote.

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Address: ACER House, 52 John St, Sunniside, Sunderland SR1 1QN

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How Did You Pick The Best Will Trust & Probate Solicitors in Sunderland?

We started with a dataset of 4 listed Sunderland solicitors and will writing services we could find via Google Maps.

From there, we removed any listing that did not meet the following criteria.

• Had no website
• Had no reviews
• Had an average review score below 4.0

At this point if we had 17 or fewer listings we listed all of them.

For cities where we were left with more than 17 solicitors we made further revisions by either increasing the required review score (e.g. going from a minimum of 4.0 to 4.9) and/or increasing the minimum number of required reviews (e.g. going from at least 1 review to at least 10).

In our view a solicitor which has 100 5* star reviews is likely more accurate than one which only has a single 5* review.

Note we only used review data from Google Maps and not any other third-party websites.

How much is will writing in Sunderland?

It really depends on what you need.

For the simplest wills you can take advantage of free charity will writing services or use an online service which with prices starting around just £30 .

More complex wills, trusts and probate issues will cost significantly more. You can use the from below to get a free quote.

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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 June 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 Sunderland 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 Sunderland 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 Sunderland

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 Sunderland 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.

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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 Sunderland 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 Sunderland. 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 Sunderland. 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 Sunderland 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 Sunderland 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 Sunderland 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 Sunderland. 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 Sunderland 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 Sunderland. 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 Sunderland? 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.

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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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