5 reasons people hate dealing with Probate lawyers

Back in 2001, I was somewhat concerned that my Dad would stop talking to me, as I qualified as a Solicitor.  He had always taught me from a young age that lawyers specialise in daylight robbery! Perhaps that’s the root of why I strive for great value for my...

Gents, your lady wants a Will more than lingerie

Gents, the truth is, your lady will be far more open to receiving lingerie, if she feels protected, secure and remembered in your Will. Getting a Will in place should not take months, but it might take a couple of weeks, and you know how busy December gets. Do...

Behind closed doors… disclose it

Lots of things happen behind closed doors, that your professional Willwriter needs to be told about. If you answer all the questions your lawyer asks you with thought and consideration, you’re unlikely to miss anything. If you support someone financially during...

A missing Will, is no Will

When you die, your Will is either going to be there, or it’s not. If it can’t be found, it’s not there. If you die in a house fire, your Will is likely to die with you. I recommend to all my clients that their valuable documents (Wills, Lasting...

Do you actually need a Grant of Probate?

A lady far too young to be thinking about applying for a Grant of Representation attended my office this week, to deal with her own Will. She had very thoroughly tackled the Probate forms as far as she felt able, in the relatively early stages of grief, following the...