will writing Solicitors

Will writing in the UK is a vital part of estate planning, ensuring your assets, property, and personal belongings are distributed according to your wishes after your death. It involves drafting a clear, legally compliant document that covers all key aspects—from appointing executors and guardians to addressing tax implications. Our featured legal experts are dedicated to crafting meticulously detailed wills that meet all legal requirements and reflect your unique circumstances.

Diarmuid McKeown

Belfast BT1 3GN

will writing Solicitors Belfast

47 years of experience

Accepts legal aid in will writing

Areas of Practice Personal Injury My firm McKeowns is recognised as a leading Personal Injury practice within Northern Ireland. Our approach to handling claims has been centred entirely on caring for clients. From the moment of instruction until...

Sarah Clowes

Stoke-on-Trent ST2 7HA

will writing Solicitors Stoke-on-Trent

20 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

I am a solicitor and partner in Clowes & Co. Solicitors based in Baddeley Green. I qualified as a solicitor in 2005 and provide specialist advice to clients on all aspects of Wills and estate planning, probate and...

Kavita K Bachada

Bedworth CV12 8LX

will writing Solicitors Bedworth

22 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Multi Award Winning Solicitor. We provide services to individuals and businesses in both Family Law, Wills, Probate, Litigation and Employment Law. Our 24 hour helpline is available for employers in order that we can assist with Disciplinary hearings,...

Jamie-Lee Hampson

Liverpool L13 5SG

will writing Solicitors Liverpool

8 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Jamie-Lee Hampson is a specialist Personal Injury Solicitor. Jamie splits her time between our Page Moss, Old Swan and Norris Green offices. Jamie-Lee has over 8 years experience working in the legal industry. Jamie-Lee specialises in helping innocent...

Jennifer Owusu-Barnieh

Middlesex HA1 3RA

will writing Solicitors Middlesex

15 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Jennifer Owusu-Barnieh is a senior solicitor and director of Danbar Solicitors, as well as the co-founder of Danbar Solicitors. She is also a training provider and is in charge of trainee solicitors at Danbar Solicitors. As the head...

Ian Aris

Coalville LE67 8LZ

will writing Solicitors Coalville

14 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Every day is dedicated to our clients and their legal needs. Whether this is through litigation, negotiation, in person, by telephone, in conference or at court, we aim to provide a high quality legal service for each and...

Zoë LE FORT

Hampshire SP10 1NT

will writing Solicitors Hampshire

11 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Zoë is a Partner and Head of our Private Client Department. Zoë specialises in advising clients on Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney, Administration of Estates, creation and administration of Trusts, Court of Protection, Deputyship matters and general tax...

Claire Lawler

Liverpool L13 5SG

will writing Solicitors Liverpool

28 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Claire Lawler is one of the personal injury team and has been with Mackrell & Thomas for over 22 Years. Claire specialises in injury claims, has a certificate in Personal Injury Law, an NVQ in Business Administration. Claire...

Laura Bailhache

Taunton TA1 1SA

will writing Solicitors Taunton

15 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

We are all-round commercial solicitors with expertise in company, property and tax affairs but also provide a dedicated and specialist service to our private clients on personal matters. We don't engage in volume transactional work but provide a...

Kay WINSTON

Bristol BS7 8BH

will writing Solicitors Bristol

44 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

I am a Senior Solicitor and graduated from Aberystwyth University College of Wales. I have worked in the Private Client sector for over 30 years. A large part of my work involves Drafting Wills, Administration of Estates, Deeds...

Deborah Neiteler

Bedfordshire LU7 1DP

will writing Solicitors Bedfordshire

16 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

I specialise in a range of legal issues for private clients, reaching from the frail and elderly to the high net worth individual and everyone in between. My expertise covers all issues that surround a person’s estate in...

Lucy Gregory

East Sussex BN3 5AA

will writing Solicitors East Sussex

18 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Lucy is committed to providing creative bespoke solutions for clients based on their individual needs and priorities; was formerly head of family law at Crosby Moore Solicitors in Hove and prior to that worked for Howlett Clarke solicitors;...

Mark Cairns

Derbyshire DE55 7DD

will writing Solicitors Derbyshire

41 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

I jointed Rickards & Cleaver in 1986, and was made Partner later that same year. I am experienced in most areas of the law but currently specialise in Residential and Commercial Conveyancing.

Wendy Tsang

Staffordshire B79 7JS

will writing Solicitors Staffordshire

9 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Having previously worked for two Legal 500 and Lexcel accredited firms, I recently joined GloverPriest, and am based at the Tamworth office. I studied at the University of Leicester and the University of Law (formerly known as the...

James Winfield

London KT19 0DG

will writing Solicitors London

19 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

James has been practicing as a solicitor since 2006 and has extensive experience and knowledge in the areas of Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney, Trusts, inheritance tax advice, Deputyship applications, Enduring Power of Attorney registrations, probates and intestacies....

What does will writing involve in the UK?

Expressing your wishes: Clearly outlining how you want your assets, property, and personal belongings distributed after your death.
Appointment of executors and guardians: Naming trusted individuals to manage your estate and, if applicable, appointing guardians for minor children.
Legal formalities: Ensuring your will complies with UK law, including proper witnessing and adherence to statutory requirements.
Tax planning considerations: Addressing inheritance tax and other financial matters to preserve the value of your estate for your beneficiaries.

How can a solicitor help with will writing, and what does it cost?

A specialist in wills can:

Offer tailored advice: Assess your family situation, assets, and personal wishes to ensure the will is uniquely suited to your needs.
Draft and review your will: Prepare a legally robust document that minimizes the risk of future disputes and fully complies with UK law.
Update or revise existing wills: Provide regular reviews and updates to keep your will current with changes in your circumstances or the law.
Advise on tax efficiency: Suggest strategies to mitigate inheritance tax liabilities and optimise the distribution of your estate.

Costs for will writing vary depending on the complexity of your estate and your specific requirements. Many solicitors offer fixed-fee packages for straightforward wills, often starting from £250 to £600 (plus VAT), while more complex arrangements may be charged on an hourly basis. An initial consultation, often free or at a reduced rate, can help you explore your options, obtain a fee estimate, and plan the best way to secure your legacy.

Marc White

Bristol BS7 8BH

will writing Solicitors Bristol

27 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

We are easy to work with, and we have a free client car park at the side of our building. Our staff speak Spanish, French, Russian, Romanian and German.

Del Bailey

Cheshire SK8 7BS

will writing Solicitors Cheshire

51 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

My name is Del Bailey and I am the Principal Consultant and Founder of Baileys Solicitors and Legal Consultants. After a long and successful career dating back to 1969 I founded my own practice in 2003 which specialises...

Lauren MCINTOSH

Hampshire PO16 7BL

will writing Solicitors Hampshire

13 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Lauren McIntosh is STEP qualified for 9 years PQE.

Liz Dumbleton

Kent TN12 0AP

will writing Solicitors Kent

26 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Liz joined the firm in December 2001 as an Assistant Solicitor, became Partner in May 2002 and in November 2007 became Senior Partner. Liz has overall responsibility for the firm and each of the firm’s departments, having extensive...

Reina D'Costa

Harrow HA5 1BN

will writing Solicitors Harrow

Does not accept legal aid

Reina D’costa, the founder of Bizlaw UK, is a savvy, practical and proactive UK Solicitor (dual qualified in the UK and India). She has many years of legal experience and great testimonials. She has a proven track record...

Syd Brown

Belfast BT1 3GN

will writing Solicitors Belfast

28 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

I have been a solicitor in Northern Ireland for the last 22 years in a wide and varied legal practice. I now focus on property matters.

Adam Bradford

Wigan WN6 0HQ

will writing Solicitors Wigan

22 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

I qualified as a Solicitor in 2003, and have many years’ experience working in private practice. Working as a Consultant Solicitor with Pilgrim Hope Solicitors my expertise includes preparing Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney, as well as...

Sakina Khan

Harrow HA1 1BQ

will writing Solicitors Harrow

6 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

I studied at the University of Hull and completed my legal qualifications at the College of Law. Following my training I joined Vyman Solicitors and work in the Private Client department specialising in Wills, Lasting Power's of Attorney...

Elizabeth Middleton

Reading RG5 4AE

will writing Solicitors Reading

4177 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Visiting a solicitor should be, welcoming and friendly experience, which is why I pride myself on offering a sympathetic, professional environment, based on listening and empathy. It’s important to me that clients have time to explain their problems...

Alexandra Bradbury

Stoke-on-Trent ST2 7HA

will writing Solicitors Stoke-on-Trent

10 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

I established Clowes & Co. Solicitors in February 2018 with fellow solicitor Sarah Clowes with a vision to provide a fresh approach to legal services. We pride ourselves on our proactive and friendly approach and welcome all new...

Sabeena Din

Leeds LS7 3PD

will writing Solicitors Leeds

16 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Shah Ali

London E1 2LX

will writing Solicitors London

13 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

I am founding Senior Partner of Waterstone Solicitors and have over 15 years of post qualification experience. I provide advice to both business and and well-known individuals on Immigration, civil and commercial litigation, Property, Wills and Probate, Family...

Afonwy Howell-Pryce

Cardiff CF14 1DA

will writing Solicitors Cardiff

11 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Senior Associate Afonwy graduated in Law with Business from the University of Portsmouth in 2008 before completing a masters degree in legal practice at Cardiff University in 2010. Afonwy qualified as a solicitor in 2014 and trained with...

Sherine Silva

London NW10 4UA

will writing Solicitors London

31 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

I am the Managing Director of Hodders Law Limited and Head of the Commercial Department. I have been qualified for 23 years. I am a Director of Hodders Law Limited and Head of the Commercial Department. I qualified...

Martin Holdsworth

Harrogate HG1 1HS

will writing Solicitors Harrogate

30 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Ranked as a Leading Individual in my field by the Legal 500 for several years. > Ranked in Band 1 for Yorkshire and the NE in Chambers HNW 2019 Guide > Previously won two Yorkshire Lawyer of the...

5 Solicitors Wills trust and estate (Area of expertise might be will writing)

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Ian Aris

Coalville LE67 8LZ

will writing Solicitors Coalville

14 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Sherry Taylor

London SW18 1GN

will writing Solicitors London

Does not accept legal aid

I am a barrister and spent many years as head of the legal department of a large retail organisation and have also worked for various financial institutions and firms of solicitors. I recently joined Murray Hay, bringing a...

Behiye KARAMAN

Essex CM7 2YN

will writing Solicitors Essex

20 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

With 15 years experience as a lawyer I have encountered many situations and problems, so be sure that I will have the knowledge to deal with yours and if I don't I will know someone who can. No...

Heather Meakin

Liverpool L3 1HU

will writing Solicitors Liverpool

7 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

I joined Michael Rose & Baylis in December 2015 and qualified as a Solicitors in July 2018. I have specialised my Family Law expertise in Divorce and the division of Matrimonial Finances since joining the team. However, since...

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Hollingsworth Edwards Solicitors

Solicitors London W6 7PJ

will writing Solicitors

5 Solicitors

Does not accept legal aid

Hollingsworth Edwards is a highly reputable and successful West London based law firm who represents clients nationwide and overseas. We understand that when you instruct a solicitor you are making a very important decision. Our team believe it’s...

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What does will writing involve in the UK?

How can a solicitor help with will writing, and what does it cost?

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