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Making a will and planning your estate is one of the most caring things you can do for the people you love. It makes sure your wishes are followed, protects your family and your assets, and takes a difficult job off their hands at an already hard time.

Our wills and estate planning solicitors explain everything in plain English, agree a fixed fee before we start wherever we can, and take the time to get your plans right. Whether you need a straightforward will, a lasting power of attorney, advice on inheritance tax, or help dealing with probate, you will have a solicitor who listens and tells you exactly where you stand.

How we can help

Wills

A clear, properly drafted will that sets out your wishes, names guardians for your children, and makes things far simpler for your family.
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Probate & estate administration

Practical, sympathetic help dealing with a loved one’s estate, from applying for probate to distributing what they left.
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Estate planning

Planning ahead to protect your assets and pass them on the way you want, with as little stress and cost as possible.
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Inheritance tax planning

Advice on how inheritance tax may affect your estate and the lawful steps that can reduce the bill for those you leave behind.
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Lasting powers of attorney

Appointing people you trust to make decisions about your finances or your health and care if you are ever unable to yourself.
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Trusts

Setting up and managing trusts to protect assets, provide for children or vulnerable relatives, and plan for the future.
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Wills and estate planning, explained

Why making a will matters

A will is the only way to be sure your wishes are followed after you die. It lets you choose who inherits, appoint guardians for children under 18, name the people who will handle your estate, and leave gifts to the people and causes you care about. Without a will, the intestacy rules decide who inherits, which may not reflect what you would have wanted and can leave unmarried partners and step-children with nothing.

Planning your estate for the future

Estate planning is about looking at the whole picture, your home, savings, pensions, business interests and family circumstances, and putting the right arrangements in place so your assets pass on smoothly and to the right people. Good planning can reduce delay, cost and uncertainty for your family, and give you real peace of mind now.

Inheritance tax and trusts

Depending on the size of your estate, inheritance tax may be due on what you leave behind. We explain how the current allowances apply to your situation and the lawful, sensible steps that can reduce the burden, such as making use of exemptions, structuring gifts, and where appropriate, using trusts to protect assets and provide for children or vulnerable relatives.

Lasting powers of attorney

A lasting power of attorney lets you appoint people you trust to make decisions for you if you lose the ability to make them yourself. There are two types, one for property and financial affairs and one for health and welfare. Putting them in place while you are well means your family can act for you without a lengthy court application later.

Probate and estate administration

When someone dies, their estate usually has to be dealt with formally before it can be shared out. That can mean applying for a grant of probate, valuing the estate, settling debts and tax, and distributing what remains. We can take on as much of this as you need, at a difficult time, and keep everything clear and on track.

When should you speak to a wills and estate planning solicitor?

It is worth taking advice whenever your circumstances change, when you marry or divorce, have children, buy a home, start a business, receive an inheritance, or simply want to put your affairs in order. Reviewing your will and plans every few years, or after a major life event, keeps them up to date and effective.

How we work

  1. Your free first callA free, no-obligation call to understand what you need, explain how we can help and give you a sense of the likely cost.
  2. Your consultationA relaxed meeting, in person, by phone or video, where we talk through your wishes and circumstances and set out your options clearly.
  3. A plan and a fixed feeWe recommend the right approach for you and, wherever we can, agree a fixed fee up front so you know exactly where you stand.
  4. We prepare your documentsWe draft your will, lasting powers of attorney or other documents, explain them in plain English, and make sure they are signed and witnessed correctly.
  5. Kept up to dateWe store your documents safely and are here to review and update them as your life changes.

Clear, fixed-fee advice

We know people put off making a will because they worry about cost and hassle. We keep it simple. Your first call is free, and for most wills and lasting powers of attorney we can agree a fixed fee up front, so there are no surprises. For estate planning, probate and more complex work, we explain the basis for our charges and confirm the cost with you before we start.
We are a private firm; all wills and estate planning work is privately funded.

Wills and estate planning FAQs

Do I need a will?
If you want to choose who inherits your money, property and possessions, appoint guardians for your children, or provide for an unmarried partner, then yes. Without a will the intestacy rules decide, and they may not reflect your wishes. A will gives you control and makes life much easier for your family.
What happens if I die without a will?
Your estate is shared out under the intestacy rules, a fixed legal order that favours spouses and blood relatives. Unmarried partners and step-children usually inherit nothing automatically, and it can take longer and cost more to sort out. A will avoids this.
How much does a will cost?
For most straightforward wills we can agree a fixed fee up front, so you know the cost before we start. More complex estates, trusts or tax planning are priced separately, and we always confirm the cost with you first. Your initial call is free.
How often should I update my will?
It is sensible to review your will every three to five years, and after any major life event such as marriage, divorce, a new child or grandchild, buying property, or a significant change in your finances. Marriage can revoke an existing will, so it is worth checking.
What is a lasting power of attorney?
It is a legal document that lets you appoint people you trust to make decisions for you if you can no longer make them yourself. There are two types, one for property and financial affairs and one for health and welfare. Putting them in place early avoids a lengthy court application later.
What is probate and how long does it take?
Probate is the legal process of dealing with someone’s estate after they die, including valuing it, settling debts and tax, and distributing what remains. Timescales vary with the size and complexity of the estate, but a straightforward estate often takes several months. We can handle as much of it as you need.
Will my estate have to pay inheritance tax?
It depends on the value of your estate and who you leave it to. Many estates fall within the available allowances and pay nothing, while larger estates may have tax to pay. We explain how the rules apply to you and the lawful steps that can reduce the amount.
Do you offer home or remote appointments?
We are happy to meet in person at our offices, or to help by phone or video where that is easier for you. Just let us know what suits you when you get in touch and we will arrange it.
Is what I tell you confidential?
Yes. Everything you tell us is confidential and handled sensitively, from your very first call. These are personal matters and we treat them that way.

What our clients say

4.6 out of 5 from 120 Google reviews

I’d been following Simarjot on LinkedIn for some time, never imagining that I’d one day need his services myself. Choosing Simarjot and his firm was an easy decision. Having followed his journey and learned more about his work ethic, I felt confident that I’d be in trustworthy…

Junaid R.Google review · Oct 2026

Zubair and Judge Law has meticulously completed the conveyance for us and kept us informed at each stage. I have done quite a few conveyancing but this one clearly stands out in terms of attention to details and the due diligence in the process. I would use them again and…

Miqdad M.Google review · Sep 2026

AJ communicated clearly throughout the entire conveyancing process and always responded promptly. AJ made the process of buying my property straightforward and stress-free. I was kept well informed at every stage, and everything was explained clearly. I’m very happy with the…

RjuttlaGoogle review · Sep 2026

This team is outstanding, excellent service, promt and efficient attention to all details I must just give a special mention to Muhammed, an incredibly professional and polite young man, a pleasure to do business with Thank you

Debbie K.Google review · Sep 2026

Thank you for an excellent efficient conveyancing service provided. Zubair kept the communication portal open and updated me frequently. Thank you. 🙏

Salma M.Google review · Sep 2026

Great Law firm, super efficient and welcoming, Sim was incredibly easy to talk to and knowledgeable. Overall a great experience, would definitely recommend.

Paul B.Google review · Jul 2026

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