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No. A will needs to be properly drafted and correctly signed and witnessed to be valid. Will writing isn't a reserved legal activity in England and Wales, so you don't need a solicitor. Simply Smart Wills isn't a firm of solicitors, and I'm upfront about that. What you do get is over ten years' experience within law firms along the South Coast, and a thorough second check on every will before it's finalised. More on solicitors vs will writers.

Because a fair price depends on your situation, and I'd rather get it right than guess. The prices on this page are where most people start. Once you've completed your questionnaire I confirm your fixed price in writing, before you commit to anything. What affects the cost of a will.

Most simple wills are ready within a week of receiving everything I need from you. I'll give you a clear timeline once I've seen your questionnaire.

Almost everything. The questionnaire, drafting, checking and amendments are all handled by email and simple online forms, so there's nothing to travel to. The one exception is a quick video call before your will is finalised. It's a capacity check and part of my due diligence, to confirm you understand your will and that it reflects your own wishes. When you sign, you'll need two adult witnesses with you.

Simple amendments are included in the price. If the changes make your will more complex, I'll talk to you about the price before doing any more work, so you're never surprised by a bill.

I'll tell you. If your questionnaire shows something beyond a straightforward will, I'll say so before you commit to anything and explain your options. You won't find out halfway through.

A will sets out what happens to your money, property and children after you die. A Lasting Power of Attorney lets someone you trust make decisions for you while you're alive, if you're ever unable to. Most people need both. Read the full guide.

Your estate is shared out under fixed intestacy rules, which may not match what you'd have wanted. Unmarried partners and stepchildren can receive nothing at all. Read the full guide.

Not at the moment. Scotland and Northern Ireland have their own succession and attorney laws, so I prepare wills and LPAs under the law of England and Wales only.

Your details are stored securely in my Google Workspace account and used only to prepare your documents. I never sell or share them for marketing. Privacy policy.

Yes, and you should whenever life changes: marriage, divorce, children, or a change in what you own. Getting married cancels an existing will in England and Wales, so that one matters. I can help when the time comes. When to update your will.