Can you tell me how to go about altering my will without the expense of seeing a solicitor? I already have a will drawn up and I only want to change one item.
It is possible to do this without seeing a solicitor but I’d advise against it. You can add a codicil making the change – a separate document kept with the will or an amendment written at the bottom of your existing will but if you make a mistake you could invalidate your entire will or cause all sorts of complications. At least ask your solicitor how much he or she is likely to charge for the job before attempting to do it yourself.