Wills & Probate
At Adcocks we understand how easy it is to put off making a will. We also know the consequences of failing to make a will before it is too late. When a person dies without leaving a will, the law intervenes and determines who is entitled to what. It is a popular misconception that in these circumstances the entire estate is inherited by the deceased’s spouse. Although the law does make provision for spouses and other relatives, it is unlikely that your belongings would be distributed exactly as you would have wanted. For peace of mind and to avoid any dispute we urge you to make a will as soon as possible.
Adcocks has been drafting wills and dealing with the administration of estates since the practice was first established over 90 years ago. We have a wealth of experience in this department which is matched by the most up to date computer software. We provide a range of services including-:
· Will writing
· Tax planning to minimise Inheritance Tax liability and other estate duties
· Administration of estates
· Contentious probate
· Intestacy
· Claims under the Inheritance (Provision for Families and Dependants) Act 1975
· Trusts
Remember even if you have already made a will it is sensible to have it reviewed if it is more than three years old. Your circumstances may have changed substantially. For example, a lot of people are unaware that marriage revokes any will you may have made.
We are also specialists in dealing with the affairs of people who lack mental capacity. Mark Adcock is an approved Court of Protection receiver and we have many years experience in this specialist area.
If you are disabled or would find it difficult to attend one of our offices, we can easily arrange to visit you at home. Contact either Ruth Horsfield at dw@adcocks.com or her secretary at kc@adcocks.com
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