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Will writing services
Expert will writing services and advice, giving you security and peace of mind
Making a will is one of the most important steps you can take to ensure your loved ones are cared for after you're gone. A well-written, valid will protects your assets, minimises inheritance tax liabilities, and gives you full control over how your estate is distributed – so it's important to have one that works for you.
At Rudlings, we understand every family situation is unique. That’s why our dedicated, experienced estate planning solicitors provide expert will writing services tailored to your individual needs.
Whether you need to draft a new will, update an existing one, or need advice about appointing a professional executor, we offer clear, practical guidance to help protect your wishes. With many years of expertise in estate planning, our wills are legally binding and tax-efficient, giving you peace of mind that your legacy will be protected – no matter what.
Why is a will important?
A will is a legally binding document that outlines how your estate, including money, property, and any other assets, should be distributed after you're gone. It ensures beneficiaries receive exactly what you intend, while also preventing any unnecessary disputes from arising.
Without a valid will, your estate is subject to intestacy laws, which may not reflect your personal wishes and may exclude important people from your life, leaving them without financial support. For instance, an unmarried partner, stepchild, or someone who has significantly contributed to your care.
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By writing a will, you can:
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Make sure your assets go to your chosen beneficiaries
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Minimise inheritance tax and maximise what your loved ones receive
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Appoint guardians for children, securing their future care
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Choose a professional executor to handle your estate
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Prevent family disputes by clearly outlining your intentions
No matter the size of your estate and structure of your family, our solicitors have the expertise and experience to make sure all of your affairs are in order, so you can feel more present each and every day.
Our will writing services
At Rudlings, our will writing service is designed to make the process as easy and straightforward as possible:
Consultation and advice.
We listen to your needs, understand your situation, and explain the legal aspects of will writing and any tax implications relevant to you.
Drafting your new will
Our solicitors draft your will, tailoring each document to your needs, family dynamics, and financial situation.
Reviewing and signing
We review your will, make necessary adjustments, and then you'll sign it in the presence of witnesses to make it legally binding.
Safely storing your will
We securely store your will, so it’s always accessible when needed.
All members of our wills, trusts, and probate department are knowledgeable in personal taxation and we regularly incorporate tax planning into will drafting, with the inclusion of trusts where appropriate.
We will also liaise with lawyers in foreign jurisdictions to make sure worldwide property is taken into consideration in the planning stages, and we can advise on issues of residence and domicile where relevant.
How can we help you with a probate application?
Single wills
Single wills are ideal for individuals who aren’t married or in a civil partnership. Single wills can include trusts for added protection, whether you want to protect assets for children from previous relationships or add protection for more vulnerable beneficiaries.
Mirror wills
Mirror wills are a popular choice for married couples and civil partners who have identical wills. This type of will makes sure both partners' wishes are honoured, and can be a more cost-effective option for those with concerns surrounding cost.
Joint wills
Joint wills are single wills that cover two people, often married couples or those in a civil partnership. By applying to both parties, joint wills can simplify estate planning and prevent potential disputes.
Living wills
Also known as an advanced decision, a living will allows you to outline and protect your preferences for medical treatment if you become unable to communicate your wishes at some point in the future.
There are very specific legal requirements that must be met before an advance decision to refuse life-sustaining treatment is made legally binding. As such, it's essential to discuss a living will with an experienced estate planning solicitor, who can make sure your advance decision is correctly drawn up.
Updating and reviewing your will
Your will should always reflect your current circumstances. So it's important to review yours and make necessary updates following significant life events like marriage, divorce, having children, or acquiring new assets.
Our estate planning solicitors will help you:
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Review your existing will to ensure it aligns with your current circumstances
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Provide expert legal advice on how life changes may impact your estate
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Make amendments or draft a new will if needed
Life is always changing, so it's important your will reflects that. Doing so will ensure your assets are distributed as you intend.
Professional executor services
Your executor is responsible for managing your estate after you're gone; they handle probate and make sure what you've outlined in your will is followed through.
To make things easier, Rudlings can act as your professional executor, providing expert management of your estate, impartial handling of complex financial matters, and the fair and efficient distribution of assets to beneficiaries.
Challenging a will
If you've been unfairly excluded from a will or received inadequate financial provision, you may have grounds to contest it under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependents) Act 1975.
This allows spouses, civil partners, children, and other dependents to make a claim if they weren't left with reasonable financial provision, either in a written will or under the rules of intestacy when no will exists.
However, court proceedings should always be a last resort as they can be lengthy and costly. Our solicitors are on hand to help resolve disputes through negotiation or mediation, which can be a more cost-effective resolution and may assist with mending any family rifts.
Speak with us about will writing and estate planning
At Rudlings, we understand wills are more than legal documents – they're guaranteed peace of mind. Our expert legal
team will make sure your estate is protected, your wishes honoured, and your family supported – no matter what happens.
Find us across East Anglia, with offices in Norwich, Brandon, Thetford, and Bury St Edmunds. We're here to support you with
practical, empathic legal service. Speak to an experienced member of our estate planning team who will be happy to assist you.
