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Our expert Will Solicitors protect your wishes and safeguard your assets.

Writing a will provides clarity about your wishes. It ensures your estate is distributed as you intend, helping your family avoid future disputes.

Our highly experienced solicitors take steps to protect more than just your assets when you write a will. We will ensure that all your needs are met, including the protection of children and will provide guidance regarding the correct choice of executor to ensure your instructions are carried out.

We make sure to consider a wide range of factors when helping you to write a will, from digital assets, charitable bequests and potential will disputes to wider wealth planning and the appointment of your will executors. Combining our deep understanding of our clients with significant experience and expertise, we are committed to providing you with peace of mind that your wishes will be honoured and your loved ones cared for into the future.

Our wills services include

Writing a will
Will executors
Will disputes
Wealth planning

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Why Choose SE-Solicitors

Understanding

With our belief that relationships really do matter, we’re focused on understanding you and your world more deeply.

Expertise

By harnessing our collective skills, knowledge, and depth of expertise, we support you to manage the unique complexity of your personal and commercial interests in a smarter way.

Insight

Naturally strategic, we’re able to see the bigger picture, solve problems and realise opportunities more effectively.

Agility

Always responsive, with a solutions orientated mindset, we get to the heart of the matter fast, enabling you to reach positive outcomes more quickly.

Meet our Will Solicitors

Lucy Gordon, Private Client Director at SE Solicitors, write a will
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Lucy Gordon

Director
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David Endicott, Private Client, SE Solicitors, write a will
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David Endicott

Consultant
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Tom McInerney, Private Client at SE Solicitors, write a will
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Tom McInerney

Senior Associate
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Liliana Tomasulo, Senior Associate at SE Solicitors, Private Client, write a will
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Liliana Tomasulo

Senior Associate
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Kristina Dunne, Private Client, SE-Solicitors, Bicester, write a will
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Kristina Dunne

Senior Associate
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Julia Routen, Solicitor at SE Solicitors, Residential Property, write a will
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Julia Routen

Solicitor
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Aimee Bowles, Private Client at SE-Solicitors, write a will
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Aimee Bowles

Probate Executive
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Ore Smith, SE Solicitors, Private Client
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Ayo-oreOluwa Smith

Trainee Solicitor
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FAQs

Your questions answered. Take a look at some our frequently asked questions for more Information.

Why is it important to have a legally binding will?
A legally binding will ensures that your estate will be distributed according to your wishes upon your death. Without a will, your assets may be divided according to the laws of intestacy, which is unlikely to reflect your personal preferences. A will can also help reduce any potential disputes among heirs and provide clear instructions for the care of minor children.
What is the role of a will executor?
Choosing an executor is one of the most significant decisions when you write a will. An Executor is the deceased’s legal representative after their death. They are responsible for ensuring your estate is distributed according to your wishes. They make funeral arrangements, determine whether Inheritance Tax is due and may have to apply for a Grant of Probate.

At SE-Solicitors we help you identify the most suitable candidate for this vital role, and provide them with the support and advice to perform their duties effectively. Whether you choose to appoint a family member, trusted friend or a professional, we prepare them for the tasks ahead from probate to distribution of assets.

What are the benefits of using a solicitors over attempting to write my own will?
While it is possible to write a will on your own, it is advisable to seek professional legal advice to ensure that it is valid and covers all necessary arrangements and legal grounds. A solicitor helps to avoid common pitfalls and ensures that your will is executed as you intend.
Do I need to update my will after writing it?
It is very important to ensure that your will remains up to date. You should attempt to review and potentially update your will every 3-5 years, or after any major life event such as marriage, divorce, birth of a child or the acquisition of significant assets. This ensures that your will always reflects your current circumstances and wishes, and that any alterations to your estate are correctly listed.
What happens if I die without a will?
If you die before you write a will, referred to as dying ‘intestate’, your assets will be distributed according to the laws of intestacy. This means the law sets out who will inherit your assets according to a strictly ranked list of relatives. This may not align with your wishes and might also result in your family paying more Inheritance Tax than necessary. If you have no family, ultimately the Crown would receive your assets. This situation would also occur if your Will fails because it has not been correctly prepared.
Are digital assets included in my will?
Digital assets include online accounts and digital currencies. It is important to consider your digital assets when you write a will, but they require special consideration. You must provide clear instructions on how these assets are to be accessed and handled, as well as any wishes for their distribution. Our solicitors can provide guidance on how to include these assets when you write a will, and the necessary instructions you must provide for your executors and beneficiaries.

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