Can people with dementia make a Will?
When people are diagnosed with dementia, they often look to put their affairs in order and one of the things that is high on the list is making a Will.…
Category: Wills And Trusts
Lost or damaged Will? What can you do?
Lost or damaged Will? What can you do? In the UK it is a legal requirement that Wills are in hard copy format and properly signed and witnessed. This is…
Your 10 step plan for making a Will
Your 10 step plan for making a Will Making a Will is often seen as a complex and confusing matter but if you are organised and know what to look…
How does a letter of wishes help when making a Will?
How does a letter of wishes help when making a Will? When you make a Will you may think that you need to include everything all in the one document…
I don’t own a house – do I need a Will?
I don’t own a house – do I need a Will? The short answer is ‘yes’! There are a lot of misconceptions about the use of a Will and in…
What is a caveat?
Wills – What is a caveat? A caveat is a legal device used to give notice that there is a concern about the validity of a Will. The effect is…
Can you contest a Will?
Can you contest a Will? There are five main reasons for contesting a Will and these are; #1 Not complying with the Wills Act 1837 #2 Undue influence or coercion…
Who should be a legal guardian for your children?
Should you choose a legal guardian for your children? Guardianship is a really important aspect of making a Will and something that you shouldn’t enter into lightly. It is your…
What is an Advance Decision?
What is an Advance Decision? An advance decision or ‘living Will’ as it used to be known is a method of letting people know about your wishes regarding treatment…
What is a living trust and when should you use one?
What is a living trust and when should you use one? You may have heard people discussing trusts and wondered what they are and whether they could be useful for…