Why should I use a solicitor to make my Will?

Over the last few years, there has been a surge in the number of online Will writing businesses offering their services to the public. It is important to know that Will writing is unregulated and that anybody can offer Will writing services regardless of their knowledge or experience in the field.

At Anthony Gold, you can rest assured that your Will will be written by a qualified solicitor with experience and expertise in writing Wills that reflect your individual circumstances and wishes. One size does not fit all, as many online Will makers try to suggest, and using a solicitor is beneficial as they are able to explain your options, advise you of the tax consequences and make suggestions for you to consider to ensure that your Will perfectly represents your wishes. We consider the deeper complexities that can arise after death and write our Wills to include the appropriate contingencies to provide you with utmost reassurance that your affairs will be dealt with in the way that you would like them to be.

Our fees include an initial appointment with a solicitor, the drafting and engrossing of your will, witnessing your signature and holding the Will in safe storage. In addition, and with your instructions only, we register the existence of your Will (but not its content) on a database known as Certainty the National Will Register, which may help to provide additional reassurance that your executors will be able to find your Will after you have died.

If you would like to arrange an appointment to discuss your Will, please contact the Private Client team at Anthony Gold Solicitors.