Wills – planning for your family’s future

It is essential for your family that you make a valid and effective Will and leave your affairs in order.  If you die without having made a will, or a ‘homemade’ Will is found to be invalid, your assets may pass to distant relatives or even to the Crown.

We have many decades experience of preparing Wills which safeguard your and your family’s interests and in managing the administration of these on your death.  We can advise you on the latest and most effective tax planning, both for lifetime and post-death gifts, and ensure that you can pass on the maximum possible amount to your family.  Your Will can be structured to incorporate trusts to preserve your assets and keep them safe for future generations or vulnerable dependants.

For example, a properly prepared will could (as at 6th April 2009) ensure that a married couple or two civil partners could make the maximum possible use of their combined £650,000 tax free allowances to save up to £130,000 in Inheritance Tax for their family.  Our team of highly trained solicitors are always up to date with the latest tax and legal implications of your Will and can answer any questions and allay any concerns you may have about providing for future changes in the law.

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