Resolve to get your will in order for 2010!
15/01/10
With New Year's resolutions springing up across the nation, the Law Society has called for one resolution to become universal; make sure your will is lawful.
Over half the population are yet to make a will and the New Year is a good time to sort out family matters. But be warned; a significant proportion of wills created in the coming months are likely to be written by unqualified will writers, leaving individuals open to further anguish if a death unfortunately occurs.
The Law Society is urging the public to approach their local solicitor for help with will writing and trust that regulation and years of high-quality service mean that, when death unfortunately occurs, further pain can be avoided.
There are significant risks in not having a will that is fit for purpose. A potential worst case scenario might be if a will is not valid, then the intended beneficiaries may not benefit at all. It is very important to get the right person to do the job.
"The difference between a solicitor and a will writer is that [solicitors] are legally trained, robustly regulated and are covered by indemnity insurance, which provides recompense to clients," advised Law Society President, Robert Heslett.
Loosemores' private client department have significant expertise in dealing with will writing and probate matters.
Send an e-mail direct to our expert cosslettme@loosemores.co.uk or telephone us on 02920 224433 to make an appointment to see Maria Cosslett.