Gladstone Solicitors
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.
Many clients ask us about the tax implications of their Will, including:
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.
We understand that attending our Arnold office is not always possible. We therefore offer:
These services ensure that vulnerable clients, or those with urgent needs, can still receive high‑quality legal advice.
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:
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:
When acting as executors, we can manage the entire process, including:
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.
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.
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.
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.
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:
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.
