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What Does A Will Writer Do?

Are you looking for someone to write your will for you? There is lots of professionals out there for you to choose from but you may be wondering what exactly a will writer does. In this question and answer style article we'll have a look at what they do and the processes they go through.

Q I don't know much about will writers. What do they do?
A A will writer does much more than just drafting a will. She will be able to advise you on all aspects of estate planning (in other words what happens to your money and assets when you die), will advise you on protecting your home and family as well as probate and power of attorney. She will take time and use her expertise to advise you on exactly the right solution for your individual circumstances.

Q What kind of training do will writers have?
A It varies considerably. Ensure that you only deal with an accredited professional who is a member of a recognised body such as the Society of Will Writers and Estate Planning Practitioners.

Q Can only solicitors write wills?
A No. professional and accredited will writers not associated with solicitors provide a personal, efficient and cost effective solution. And, because they visit you in your home or place of work, their prices are much lower than 'high street charges' for similar work. A good will writer will even return all your documents back to you, personally, and are present while they are signed and witnessed. In short a will writer takes the worry out of legal work without the high charges that can be levied by a solicitor.

Q Can I really have my will written for £20?
A Most of us will have seen advertisements in our local papers from companies offering to draw up your will for just £20. Please be warned that such low offers are normally made purely to 'get a foot in the door' and that the £20 will probably only cover a very basic statement that may not even be appropriate. Extra charges are added to the initial £20 and may soon add up to a considerable sum. Don't be tempted by price driven advertising and enlist the help and advice of an accredited professional who is a member of a recognised body such as the Society of Will Writers and Estate Planning Practitioners.

Q Do I really need a will?
A The vast majority of adults in the UK do not have a will but they are usually unaware of the huge problems that a family can face when a loved one passes away without leaving a will. A will can save a lot of confusion and heartache and will help protect the interests of those closest to you.

Many more people in the UK are beginning to realise that making a will is an essential process they should go through. It really does make sense and is certainly something that we all should think about sooner rather than later.