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Anglian Will Writing

Wills

A will that says exactly what you want

Your will decides who inherits, who looks after your children and who sorts everything out. We write it around your family and your wishes, explain it in plain English, and hand deliver it for signing.

  • Members of The Society of Will Writers

Why a will matters

A will is the only way to be sure your home, savings and belongings go to the people you choose. Without one, the intestacy rules decide for you, and they do not recognise unmarried partners, step-children or close friends at all.

A will also lets you name guardians for children under eighteen, choose the executors who will deal with your estate, leave gifts to people or charities, and set out any wishes for your funeral. It is one of the kindest things you can do for the people you leave behind.

The kinds of will we prepare

  • Single wills for one person
  • Mirror wills for couples who want matching arrangements
  • Complex wills for blended families, business owners, overseas assets or trusts within a will

How it works

  1. Step 1: A conversation

    At your home or wherever suits, we go through your family, your wishes and what you own, and answer your questions.

  2. Step 2: Drafting

    Your will is drafted around what you have told us, in clear language, and you check it before anything is final.

  3. Step 3: Hand delivered for signing

    We bring your will to you, go through it together and make sure it is properly signed and witnessed.

Keeping your will up to date

Life moves on. Marriage, divorce, new children or grandchildren, a house move or a change in your finances can all mean your will needs a fresh look. Marriage in particular usually cancels an earlier will unless it was written with that marriage in mind. We are always happy to talk through whether an update is needed.

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Types of will writing

Common questions

Do I need a solicitor to make a will?

No. In England and Wales anyone can draft a will, and a professional will writer can prepare one for you. What matters is that it is drafted properly, reflects your wishes and is signed and witnessed correctly. We are members of The Society of Will Writers and work to the Society's Code of Practice.

What makes a will valid?

You must be eighteen or over, have the mental capacity to make a will, make it voluntarily, and sign it in the presence of two independent adult witnesses who also sign. A witness, or their spouse or civil partner, should not be a beneficiary.

Can I leave someone out of my will?

You can, though certain people such as a spouse, civil partner, children or anyone financially dependent on you may be able to make a claim against your estate. If you plan to exclude someone it is worth discussing why, so the will can be drafted with that in mind.

How long does it take?

It depends on what you need and how quickly you can check the draft. Many straightforward wills are completed within a few weeks of the first meeting, and we never rush you.

Where we work

Home visits across Norfolk and Suffolk

We are happy to come to you. These are some of the towns we regularly visit.

Ready to talk it through?

Get in touch and we will arrange a time that suits you. We are happy to come to your home if that is easier.

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