Wills and Estate Planning in Chelmsford
Wills, lasting powers of attorney and estate planning for families in Chelmsford, Broomfield, Great Baddow and Writtle.
Prepared by BestQuote
Steve Tappin prepares your documents
Reviewed by Patron Law
Approved by an SRA-regulated law firm
Fee agreed in writing
You know the cost before any work starts
Many people in Chelmsford have thought about a will for years without getting round to it. Having one, along with lasting powers of attorney, gives you and your family peace of mind.
We explain what you need, prepare the documents with you and keep the process straightforward.
Wills and estate planning in Chelmsford
A will is particularly important if you have children, a partner you are not married to, a business or property in more than one name. It lets you choose guardians for young children and say who should handle your affairs. If you own your home with someone else, how you hold it, as joint tenants or tenants in common, affects what happens when one of you dies, so it is worth reviewing alongside your will.
Lasting powers of attorney let you appoint people to make decisions about your property and finances, and about your health and welfare, if you lose the ability to do so. They must be registered before they can be used, and registration can take some weeks, so it is best to put them in place before they are needed. We guide you through the choices and the paperwork.
How it works
Initial conversation
We talk about your family, your home and what you want to achieve.
Fee confirmed in writing
We confirm the work and the fee in writing before we start.
Documents prepared
Steve Tappin prepares your documents based on what you have told us.
Review and approval
Patron Law reviews and approves the documents.
Signing
We explain how to sign and witness your documents correctly, so they are valid.
Registration and safe keeping
Lasting powers of attorney are registered, and we explain where to keep your documents safe.
For the full guide, see our Wills & Estate Planning page.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between joint tenants and tenants in common?
Joint tenants own the home together and it passes automatically to the survivor. Tenants in common own shares that can pass under each person’s will. Which suits you depends on your family circumstances.
How long does it take to register a lasting power of attorney?
Registration can take several weeks, so it is best not to wait until you need it. We can explain the process and prepare the documents.
Is this regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority?
No. Writing wills and estate planning are not regulated by the FCA. Your mortgage advice from BestQuote is a separate service, and having one does not depend on the other.
Who reviews my documents?
Patron Law Ltd, a law firm regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority, reviews and approves the documents prepared by Steve Tappin. You can check Patron Law on the SRA register at sra.org.uk.
Important information
- Writing wills and estate planning are not regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.
- Patron Law Ltd is authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA number 633376). BestQuote Group Ltd is not a law firm.
- The information on this page is general and is not tax advice. Tax treatment depends on your individual circumstances and may change.
- Trusts and inheritance tax planning can be complex. We do not promise that any arrangement will reduce the tax payable on your estate.
The information on this page is general and is not advice. Advice depends on your personal circumstances.
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