Planning for the future is one of the most important steps you can take to protect your loved ones and ensure your wishes are respected.
At Fairweather Law, we understand that making a will or dealing with the estate of someone who has passed away can feel overwhelming. Our experienced team is here to guide you through every stage of the process with sensitivity and clarity—whether you need help drafting a will or navigating the probate process.
We are committed to providing practical advice and peace of mind, so you can focus on what matters most.
1. Ensure your estate goes to the right people: By making a will, you can ensure your estate is distributed according to your wishes, avoiding family disputes and unnecessary expenses.
2. Protect your partner: If you and your partner are not married or in a civil partnership, making a will is vital. Without one, your partner, no matter how long you’ve been together, may not receive what you intend.
3. Address marital status: If you and your spouse are separated but not legally divorced (decree absolute), your spouse could still inherit your estate unless you specify otherwise in a will.
4. Choose your executors: A will allows you to select the individuals you trust to carry out your final wishes, giving you peace of mind.
5. Give personal gifts: A will gives you the opportunity to leave keepsakes or small gifts to those dear to you, perhaps even righting past wrongs and bringing joy to others.
6. Reduce Inheritance Tax: Thoughtful estate planning through a will can help reduce the amount of Inheritance Tax your estate may need to pay.
However, what is often lost in professionally drafted wills is the personal touch. Many people read their wills and wonder why the language feels unfamiliar or difficult to understand. It doesn’t have to be that way.
At Fairweather Law, we believe wills should be written in plain English and reflect your personality. If you want your ashes scattered at sea so you can come back as a mermaid in the next life, that’s exactly what your will should say!
Free initial 30-minute phone consultation for both businesses and individual clients. Our legal team will discuss your needs and guide you in the right direction from the very start of our relationship.
Our clients receive outstanding service, building continuing relationships that ensure they and our business partners return to us repeatedly for their legal needs.
With offices throughout Suffolk, extending into Norfolk, and an expanding client base in the London area, we are confident in our ability to provide you with the highest standard legal advice, no matter your location.
We take pride in providing clear, straightforward advice without overwhelming you with unnecessary legal jargon. Our personalised approach and our ability to put you at ease, ensures a positive outcome.
Our legal fees are tailored to the local market, we regularly monitor our rates compared to larger organisations. Being a relatively small firm ensures that our rates remain competitive.
The probate process can take anywhere from 6 to 12 months, depending on the complexity of the estate and whether there are disputes or delays in gathering information. Once all debts and taxes are paid, the remaining estate is distributed to the beneficiaries. We’ll keep you informed and guide you through the timeline at every step.
With Fairweather Law your first consultation is always free.
Call on 01728 724 737 or fill in the form and we’ll get back to you to arrange a consultation.
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