Wills, Trusts & Estate Planning Solicitors
Wills, Trusts & Estate Planning Solicitors in Norwich & Norfolk
Creating a Will or Trust isn't just about distributing assets - it's about protecting your loved ones and making sure your wishes are carried out. Our experienced Wills and Trusts Solicitors help individuals and families across Norwich and Norfolk plan for the future with confidence.
At Hansells, our expert Wills and Trusts Solicitors help individuals and families across Norwich and Norfolk with Wills, Trusts and Estate Planning, providing clear legal advice to help protect assets, minimise future complications and give loved ones peace of mind.
Additionally, having an experienced wills and trusts solicitor can provide reassurance when navigating difficult family dynamics and estate planning decisions. We understand that estate planning can sometimes involve sensitive conversations and offer practical, impartial advice tailored to your circumstances.
How Our Solicitors Can Help With Wills, Trusts & Estate Planning
As experienced Estate Planning Solicitors, we offer a full range of services tailored to your needs:
- Will Writing & Estate Planning - Help ensure your assets pass to the people you choose.
- Trusts & Lifetime Planning - Protect your wealth and plan for your family's future.
- Inheritance Tax Planning - Minimise tax liabilities with expert advice.
- Power of Attorneys - Appoint someone you trust to manage your affairs if needed.
- Probate & Estate Administration - Support for executors handling estates during difficult times.
Whether you're making your first Will, reviewing an existing arrangement or planning for future inheritance tax implications, our team can provide practical advice tailored to your circumstances.
Things to Consider When Planning Your Will
When preparing a Will, it's important to think carefully about who will manage your estate and who will benefit from it. For guidance, reach out to knowledgeable Wills and Trusts Solicitors. Some key questions include:
- Who should receive your assets and possessions?
- Are there any specific wishes regarding your healthcare or future care needs?
- Who would care for your children if required?
- Should any assets be protected through a Trust?
- Have you considered the inheritance tax implications for your family?
Our solicitors can advise on far more than preparing a Will. We also provide guidance on inheritance tax planning, trusts, care fee planning, estate administration and other aspects of estate 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 acquire additional technical qualifications and follow a strict 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
A solicitor ensures your will is legally sound, reducing the chances of disputes and complications. They also provide expert guidance on tax efficiency and asset protection.
A will lays out how your assets should be distributed after your passing, while a trust allows you to manage and pass on assets both during your lifetime and after.
Costs vary depending on the complexity of your estate. A cost estimate can be provided over the phone if required.
Yes! We offer strategies to help legally reduce inheritance tax and maximise what your loved ones inherit.

