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We advise clients in relation to:-

  • Probate
  • Trusts
  • Estate Planning
  • Wills
  • Powers of Attorney
  • Allied taxation

 

We accept that the public have a stereotypical approach to Solicitors and that is why we make a point of being 'just us'. 

 

One of the members of the firm has worked in the legal profession for over fifty three years, another over twenty four. You might therefore think we satisfy that stereotype but in every sense we are a 21st Century firm.

 

If you are looking to avoid the stuffy offices and attitudes of less modern firms, then use this website to find out more about us and our areas of specialisation.

Another Will writer getting bad press.

Tony Hatherington of the Mail OnLine writes about a Will Writing Company

On 19th January 2009 Tony wrote about a Berkshire Based Will writing company called Legacy and Law.

 

It appears that Legacy and Law were found to be writing letters quoting what might be generously called 'incorrect' law about how Wills should be executed.

 

The Wills Act 1837 is the foundation upon which Wills are written in England and Wales. The Law (as amended) provides that Wills should be signed at the bottom by the person making it, after which the witnesses should sign. 

 

It appears that Legacy and Law were suggesting that Wills should be signed at the foot of each page, implying that existing Wills not so executed are invalid. 

 

The full article demonstrates why Regulation of Solicitors is not a bad thing. As a regulated firm we are required to act in accordance with a strict professional code. Non-regulated outfits have no higher body to which you may complain other than Trading Standards.

 

To read the full text of Tony's informative article, click here.

DIY Wills - good or bad?

Patrick Collinson of The Guardian writes about will making.

In his article on 2nd January 2010 Patrick writes about making a Will and the pros and cons of going down the DIY route.

 

To read the full article click here.

 

At BDlaw we take the view that a Will is the biggest cheque any of us will write.

 

Think about it, your Will gives away everything you own - something none of us will ever feel inclined to do in our lifetimes.

 

As any error in a Will is not discovered until after your death, then correcting an error can have big implications on your family at a time when they are coming to terms with a loss.

 

We offer The DIY Will Validation Process. If you have chosen the DIY route, then bring your Will into our offices and get it validated for a fee of £70 (including VAT). 

 

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