Legacy Solicitors in London

A well-drafted will is the cornerstone of good estate planning. We help you set out your wishes clearly and ensure they are legally robust, reducing the risk of disputes in the future. Whether your needs are straightforward or involve complex family or business interests, we can help you plan effectively.

What is estate planning?

Estate planning is the process of deciding what should happen to your assets, property, and personal matters after you die, and making sure those wishes are legally enforceable. It can include writing a will, setting up trusts, planning for inheritance tax, and appointing guardians for children. Good estate planning ensures your loved ones are looked after in the way you want and helps avoid unnecessary complications or disputes.

Trusts can be an important part of managing wealth across generations. We advise on setting up and administering trusts to protect assets, plan for tax efficiently, and provide for loved ones in the way you choose.

An LPA allows someone you trust to make decisions for you if you lose capacity. We help you put LPAs in place for financial and health matters so your wishes are respected, and your affairs are managed smoothly should the need arise.

Losing someone you love is hard enough without the burden of complex legal and financial tasks. We guide executors and administrators through the entire probate process, dealing with legal requirements, paperwork, tax matters, and the distribution of assets with efficiency and sensitivity.

What is estate administration?

Estate administration is the work involved in dealing with someone’s assets, debts, and wishes after they have died. It includes applying for probate if needed, paying debts and taxes, and making sure the estate is correctly distributed to the beneficiaries. Our role is to help executors and families complete these steps legally and smoothly at what is often a difficult time.

Disputes over wills and estates can cause lasting family rifts. Our team has specialist experience in resolving these disputes, whether through negotiation, mediation, or litigation if necessary. We work to protect your interests while aiming to resolve matters as constructively as possible.

A Declaration of Trust sets out who owns what share of a property or asset, helping avoid disputes later on. We advise on preparing clear, legally robust Declarations of Trust that reflect your intentions and protect everyone's interests.