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Wills at Woodstock Legal Services


Making a will is one of the most important steps you can take to protect the people you care about. Without a valid will, your estate will pass under the intestacy rules, which may not reflect your wishes and can leave unmarried partners, stepchildren and friends with nothing. Woodstock Legal Services helps individuals and families across England and Wales put clear, legally sound wills in place.


Our private client lawyers advise on single and mirror wills, wills for blended families and second marriages, appointing guardians for children, wills including trusts, wills for business owners and property investors, and reviewing and updating existing wills.


You’ll work directly with an experienced lawyer who takes the time to understand your family and your wishes, explains your options in plain English, and makes sure your will is drafted and signed correctly.


Why Making a Will Matters


A will lets you decide who inherits your estate, who manages it, and who looks after your children if anything happens to you. It can also reduce the risk of disputes between family members and help your loved ones deal with your estate more smoothly.


Our lawyers help you think through every aspect of your will, including gifts to family, friends and charities, appointing executors and guardians, and providing for vulnerable beneficiaries. Where appropriate, we’ll also flag any inheritance tax implications and recommend estate planning steps that could benefit your family.


Even if your circumstances seem straightforward, a professionally drafted will gives you peace of mind that your wishes will be carried out exactly as you intend.


Complex Family & Financial Circumstances


Modern families and finances can be complex. Second marriages, stepchildren, cohabiting partners, overseas assets and business interests all need careful thought to make sure your will works as intended and stands up to scrutiny.


Our private client lawyers draft wills that protect your intended beneficiaries, for example by using trusts to provide for a surviving spouse while preserving assets for children from a previous relationship. We also advise on business property, assets held abroad and protecting beneficiaries who may be vulnerable or too young to manage an inheritance.


We’ll make sure your will reflects your whole picture, so your loved ones are protected, and your wishes are clear.

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Wills FAQs

  • What happens if I die without a will?

    If you die without a valid will, your estate will be distributed under the intestacy rules. These set out a fixed order of who inherits, starting with a spouse or civil partner and children. Unmarried partners have no automatic right to inherit, and neither do stepchildren or friends. This can lead to outcomes you wouldn’t have chosen and, in some cases, family disputes.

  • What makes a will legally valid?

    To be valid, a will must be made by someone aged 18 or over who has the mental capacity to make it. It must be in writing and signed by the person making it in the presence of two independent witnesses, who must also sign. Witnesses, and their spouses or civil partners, shouldn’t be beneficiaries. We’ll make sure your will is signed and witnessed correctly.

  • How often should I update my will?

    It’s a good idea to review your will every few years and after any major life event, such as marriage, divorce, the birth of a child or grandchild, moving home or a significant change in your finances. Marriage usually cancels an existing will unless it was made in contemplation of that marriage, so it’s important to make a new one.

  • Can I appoint a guardian for my children in my will?

    Yes. If you have children under 18, you can name one or more guardians in your will to care for them if both parents die. Without a will, the court may have to decide who looks after your children. You can also set up a trust in your will to manage any inheritance until your children are older.

  • Who should I choose as my executor?

    An executor is the person responsible for dealing with your estate after your death. You can choose family members, friends or professionals, and it’s sensible to appoint more than one or name a replacement. Executors should be people you trust to act carefully and fairly. We can explain the role and help you decide.

Why Choose Woodstock Legal Services?

Low Caseloads: Your Matter Gets Time

As consultants, our private client solicitors manage their own caseloads and only work for a handful of clients at any one time. Whether you’re writing a will or administering an estate, your matter gets the time, care and attention it deserves.

Proactive Updates: No Chasing

Our consultancy model means you deal directly with your lawyer, not a call centre or a rotating team. They keep you informed at every stage and are on hand to answer your questions, so you’ll never need to chase.

Advice for Individuals & Families

From wills and lasting powers of attorney to inheritance tax planning and probate, we help you protect your loved ones now and support your family later. You’ll get clear, compassionate advice in plain English, tailored to your circumstances.