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Wills

Expert Wills & Probate solicitors in Romford and Essex

Over 70% of the adult population do not have a Will. Those who do may not have updated them for a considerable time and have not taken into account their changing family or financial situation.  

If you wish to check your current position you can complete our simple online questionnaire and one of our legal team will contact, you with specific advice relating to your circumstances. 

The government has laid down laws on succession called The Rules of Intestacy that will govern what happens to your assets should you die intestate (i.e. without a will). Very often these rules do not reflect what people would ideally wish to happen. 

The Inheritance and Trustees Powers Act 2014 came into effect on the 1st October 2014. This represents one of the most significant changes to Intestacy and Family Provision Law in a generation.  

Getting your affairs in order can be challenging with plenty of things to consider to ensure everything is ready.  

Our expert team of legal advisors can help you through comprehensive advice and support so you can plan and get your affairs in order.  

In addition to providing support with all aspects of Wills, we have a dedicated team of Probate solicitors who are committed to offering a well-organised, professional and sensitive service, that makes your life easier during a difficult period. 

Comprehensive advice and support on all Wills matters 

Our dedicated team of Wills solicitors will give you all the expert advice and support you need on several areas including: 

  • What you can include in your Will
  • Whether you need to consider taking Inheritance Tax advice
  • Whether you need to update your current Will

Important Things to consider before making a Will

It is always an extremely difficult period when somebody does pass away and sorting the estate post death can be equally as difficult, but we recommend the following steps to make that process easier: 

Gather all information

Documents such as death certificate, pension details, bank account, property deeds and the Will.  

Notify all relevant persons and organisations

Banks, Life Assurance Companies, Employers, Local Authorities, Inland Revenue etc. 

Explore Probate options if required

Explore legal options and advice to establish if an estate requires a grant of probate.  

We are distinguished by our friendly and approachable manner, reasonable fees and commitment to exceeding client expectations. 

Please do not underestimate the fact that you need specialist legal advice when drafting your Will, we can often highlight several issues that you would not think of. 

To help us give you the best support, completing our online questionnaire will build us a picture of your current situation and enable us to provide with tailored, comprehensive support.  

An existing Will should be updated if any of the following take place: 

If you have an existing Will, it is important that is updated and should be done if the following happens: 

  • Change in your financial circumstances i.e. you inherit from a family member 
  • Death of a family member, divorce or marriage of yourself or a family member mentioned in your Will 
  • If you have new additions to your family you would like to provide for such as grandchildren, or great grandchildren. 

 

If you’re planning to create a Will, need advice on matters related to your existing Will, get in touch with our specialist team who will explain your options, give you advice on all Wills & Probate matters and provide information relating to costs. 

Contact Us

Romford office
Phone: 01708 745183
Email: romford@fbarnes.co.uk
5 High Street, Romford, Essex, RM1 1JU


Gidea Park office
Phone: 01708 333711
Email: gidea.park@fbarnes.co.uk
20 Balgores Square, Gidea Park, Romford, RM2 6AU


Collier Row office
Phone: 01708 743727
Email: collier.row@fbarnes.co.uk
14 Chase Cross Road, Collier Row, Romford, RM5 3PS

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