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Will and probate issues - explained by professionals

Welcome!

Welcome to a will and probate resource from Will and Probate Magazine. We are proud to offer free and unbiased help in his area, by providing the public with regular articles on the law, and solutions to problems either through the articles or by contacting us directly.

The will and probate field is constantly moving, and we hope to provide you with ongoing up to date articles.

Have your say!

If you would like to see specific articles that have not been produced yet, then please get in touch here.

We also have an interacative discussion feature that allows you to leave comments or ask questions that everyone can see. If our articles do not answer your question, reply to the article!

Interested in contributing?

We are looking for real world stories of experiences dealing with either being an executor, trustee or dealing with family with no will. Please get in touch so we can ask you some specific questions for a new article. Thank you.

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Wills

Wills are often misunderstood and undervalued. Cited as the most important piece of paper you will ever own, the majority of adults do not have one - preferring to wait until middle age or beyond before they get one.

This website aims to explain all the key issues simply, and in an easy to understand way. All the articles are written by professionals in the will and probate industry - solicitors, professional will writers, probate specialists, tax specialists and other legal professionals. We hope you find all the information you need, and can use it to make the right choice for your own needs.

Probate

Probate concerns the sorting out and finalising of a dead persons estate. It can be a complex area to deal with, and many people choose to hire probate professionals to deal with this process. There are many people though, that try to handle probate themselves, and within this website you will find articles on the issues arising from probate, and the key points to focus on.

Writing from experience, our professional contributors will share their knowledge and expertise with you, helping you to make the right choices. Whether you intend to use a professional, or handle probate alone, you will find a wealth of information available here.

About our contributors

Our contributors are from across the UK, and have a varied legal background. All are dedicated to sharing their knowledge, and are able to take enquiries from readers. It is also possible to contact the magazine for guidance, and we will put you in touch with a local adviser who can help you.
 
The magazine will also be printing industry comments and articles from the people who are guiding the will and probate field today. This will give you the reader the chance to appreciate how the law is changing, how regulation is affecting the industry, and how this might affect your choices when considering a will or when you require a probate service. 

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Just click the contact button below to ask for help or advice, or anywhere else you see the contact us button. Otherwise you can ask a question after each article.
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EPA's and LPA's

Our new section on EPA's and LPA's should help people who are thinking about taking one, or whether this would be a good idea for a relative. Any professional would recommend a power of attorney as a basic requirement, and they are powerful and useful tools for dealing with emergencies or long term issues relating to both financial issues and health issues.

Up to date stories

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Not only will we be printing up to date news and articles, we will also be editing articles that have legal or other updates.

Please check back regularly if you need the latest information.
Are you a will and probate professional? We have now opened our professional section at:
http://professional.willandprobatemagazine.co.uk/
Please get involved in the discussions and send us your thoughts and views.

Disclaimer:
Created by people who want to make will writing and probate easy to understand.