Why you need a wills and trust solicitor
Creating a will or trust isn’t just about distributing assets—it’s about protecting your loved ones and ensuring your wishes are honoured. Without proper planning, families can face legal disputes, unexpected tax burdens, and unnecessary delays.
At Hansells, our expert solicitors specialise in wills and trusts, offering guidance on estate planning, inheritance tax, and probate administration. We ensure your estate is structured in a way that benefits your family while minimizing legal complexities. Whether you need a simple will or a detailed trust arrangement, we’ll help you make the best choices for your future.
Additionally, having a wills and trusts solicitor can provide reassurance when navigating difficult family dynamics. We understand that estate planning can sometimes involve sensitive conversations, and we’re here to offer impartial advice, ensuring that your final wishes are clearly outlined and legally protected.
How we assist with wills and trusts services
At Hansells, we offer a full range of services tailored to your needs:
- Will Writing & Estate Planning – Ensure your assets are distributed according to your wishes.
- Trusts & Lifetime Planning – Protect your wealth and plan for your family’s future.
- Inheritance Tax Planning – Minimise tax liabilities with expert advice.
- Power of Attorney – Appoint someone you trust to manage your affairs if needed.
- Probate & Estate Administration – Support for executors handling estates during difficult times. Learn more about probate and estate administration.
Things to consider when planning your will
- Who should receive your possessions?
- Have you any specific medical matters that need addressing.
- Are there any special instructions for your children?
Above all, not only can we advise you about your Will, but we can, for instance, inform you about matters affecting your lifetime planning, such as Inheritance Tax, Capital Gains Tax, and care fee planning.
Making sure that you’ve stated your wishes and intentions will give you real peace of mind.
Our aim is specific: to provide you with efficient solutions to your needs and to deliver them in a timely fashion and with clarity of cost.
Accreditations
The Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP) and The Association of Lifetime Lawyers recognise our commitment to excellence in estate planning and legal services.
Our experienced team includes several solicitors accredited by STEP.
STEP members are required to acquire additional technical qualifications and are subject to a Code of Professional Conduct, which requires them at all times to act with integrity and in a manner that inspires the confidence, respect, and trust of their clients and the wider community. STEP members also are required to keep up to date with the latest legal, technical, and regulatory developments.
The Association of Lifetime Lawyers members are all specialists in older client law, but what sets ALL members apart from other lawyers are their specialist client care skills that enable them to advise and support older and vulnerable clients.
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