Wills
While taking the time to write a Will may not seem like a priority, especially when you, like most people, are probably exceptionally busy, having one can eliminate unnecessary stress and worry from your loved ones when you die.
A Will is a legal document that ensures that your wishes regarding the distribution of your assets when you die are clear and can be followed by the letter. Without a Will, you have no control over how your property and assets will be passed down in the event of your death. It also opens up the possibility of conflict and claims against your estate, which can cause considerable stress and heartache for family members.
Having a Will drafted by a Wills Solicitor is a relatively quick process. Your Solicitor will listen to your situation and background, ask you a series of important questions about how you would like your possessions handled when you die, provide best practice advice, and draft a Will that reflects your wishes. Many people avoid drafting a Will because they believe it can wait until they are older. Sadly, there are all too many circumstances whereby individuals have died earlier in life without a Will. Indeed, it is estimated that around 60% of people in the UK still do not have a will, meaning that their estate will be distributed according to the laws of intestacy, which is a default set of rules that means your wishes may not be followed. In addition, many Wills are out of date or invalid, meaning that they cannot be followed after death. In this case, the person still dies intestate despite having a Will.
