Plain-English guides
Wills, mirror wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney, explained. No jargon, no pressure, just the things worth knowing.
How much does a will cost in England and Wales?
What drives the price, what a fair price covers, and what I charge.
Read the guide →Do I need a solicitor to write a will?
What makes a will valid, and when a solicitor is worth the extra cost.
Read the guide →What happens if you die without a will in England and Wales?
Who inherits under the intestacy rules, and why unmarried partners can be left with nothing.
Read the guide →Will vs Lasting Power of Attorney: what's the difference?
One covers after you die, the other covers while you're alive. Why most people need both.
Read the guide →What is a Lasting Power of Attorney, and why does it matter?
The two types, what they cost, and what your family faces without one.
Read the guide →Mirror wills explained: why they make sense for couples
What they are, why couples choose them, and the one thing to know first.
Read the guide →When should you update your will?
Marriage cancels an old will. The life changes that mean it's time for a new one.
Read the guide →Five common will-writing myths, debunked
Too young? Not enough to leave? The myths that stop people getting it done.
Read the guide →Thinking about it, but not ready yet?
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