Estate Planning & Probate
Making a Will
Surprisingly, an estimated 70% of people in the UK have yet to write a will - for a range of varied reasons. Many just ‘never get around to it’, whilst others think it is tempting fate or maybe that it is necessary only for the old, ill or wealthy. Sadly, this is far from the truth. Can you be sure that your effects would be fairly distributed, that your friends and your family would be cared for as you wished? In these times of complex extended family relationships, it is even more important to draw up a will to ensure your wishes are carried out should the worst happen. At Edward Hands & Lewis we offer clear, personally tailored, practical advice on what your will should contain so that provision is made for the people you care about. We write and, if required, store these documents for you offering peace of mind for you and your loved ones.
Probate and Administering Estates
Whilst death is one of life’s certainties, it isn’t something which many people have experience in dealing with. The aftermath of a death is a time of grief and bewilderment combined with a whole host of sometimes conflicting emotions. At these distressing times, you need a trusted and caring professional who can take care of the legalities involved in probate and administering an estate. We can arrange for the will to be officially proven and verified in addition to supporting executors with help and advice to ensure that the estate is administered exactly as the deceased would wish.
Power of Attorney and Trusts
There are differing reasons for obtaining Power of Attorney: it may be to facilitate the affairs of an elderly relative or friend, but whatever the reason, Edward Hands & Lewis can be on hand to advise and set up both [Enduring and Lasting Power of Attorney]. If required, we can also be appointed to manage the financial affairs and property of the donor, either now or in the future should the need arise. If this is something you are considering setting up; either for yourself or on behalf of someone you are close to, we are happy to explain the hows, whys and whats of the whole process – at no obligation.