Making a Will is one of the most important steps you can take to protect your family and ensure your wishes are carried out. At Gladstone Solicitors, all Wills are drafted by experienced Solicitors, ensuring you receive clear, accurate and legally sound advice tailored to your circumstances.
We take the time to understand your wishes, your family situation and your assets, so that your Will reflects exactly what you want to happen.
Specialist Advice on Tax and Care Home Fees
Many clients ask us about the tax implications of their Will, including:
- Inheritance Tax
- Nil‑rate bands and residence nil‑rate bands
- Gifts and lifetime planning
- Trusts within Wills
Our Solicitors can guide you through these issues carefully and clearly, helping you make informed decisions.
We are also frequently asked about care home fees and how they may affect your estate. This is a sensitive and complex area, and we can provide careful, realistic and responsible advice to help you understand your options.
Appointments at Our Office, At Home, or in Care Settings
We understand that attending our Arnold office is not always possible. We therefore offer:
- Home appointments
- Visits to care homes and residential settings
- Visits to hospices
- Short‑notice appointments, subject to availability
These services ensure that vulnerable clients, or those with urgent needs, can still receive high‑quality legal advice.
Mirror Wills and Amendments to Existing Wills
Mirror Wills
Mirror Wills are two Wills — usually for couples — that reflect each other’s wishes. They are ideal where both people want broadly the same arrangements, such as leaving everything to each other and then to children or other beneficiaries.
We can advise whether mirror Wills are suitable for your circumstances and whether any additional protections (such as trusts) may be appropriate.
Amending an Existing Will
If your circumstances have changed, you may need to update your Will. This can be done by:
- A codicil (a formal amendment to your existing Will), or
- Preparing a new Will
We will advise you on the most appropriate option based on the extent of the changes required.
Acting as Executors – Support for All Types of Estates
We are appointed as executors on many estates, and our team is experienced in dealing with:
- Very small estates
- Large and complex estates
- Estates involving property, investments, businesses or overseas assets
When acting as executors, we can manage the entire process, including:
- Securing property
- Arranging valuations
- Liaising with banks, pension providers and financial institutions
- Preparing HMRC forms
- Distributing the estate to beneficiaries
We are often involved in sensitive property clearance, and we regularly work with charities who can collect and re‑home furniture and household contents. This ensures that lifelong possessions are treated with dignity and can benefit others.
Will Storage
We can store your Will safely for you. This is often free of charge, although in some circumstances a small fee may apply depending on individual requirements.
For full details, please see our Price Transparency page.
Reduced‑Cost Wills – Cancer Research Scheme
In some cases, the cost of making a Will can be reduced or covered under certain charitable schemes, such as the one operated by Cancer Research UK.
If you would like more information about eligibility or availability, we will be happy to advise.
Price Transparency
Our fees for Wills and related services are published in accordance with the SRA Price Transparency Rules. You can find full details on our Price Transparency page.
We will always explain costs clearly before you decide how to proceed.
Free Initial Appointment
We offer a free, no‑obligation initial appointment to discuss your Will, answer your questions and help you understand your options.
Appointments can take place:
- At our Arnold office
- At your home
- In a care home or hospice
- Via Teams or Zoom
Contact Our Wills Team
To book an appointment or request more information:
📞 0115 9555 050 📧 info@gladstonesolicitors.co.uk
We are here to help you plan with clarity, confidence and peace of mind.