Areas of Law / Wills and Probate

Are the forms that you can get in stationers to make a will legal?

Yes – it’s what you do with them that counts! You don’t even need a form as long as you comply with certain requirements, such as having your signature witnessed by two people who don’t stand to benefit (or by their husband and wife). If you make mistakes you could be leaving expensive problems for your family to sort out. See a solicitor: it’s not expensive to draw up a will, and you are likely to benefit hugely from some professional advice.

Area of law: Wills and Probate

More Questions About Wills and Probate

A bachelor uncle died without making a will five years ago. It came to light that he had a brother, who went to America after the war. The solicitor dealing with the estate has traced some of the brother’s children, who have been asked to provide birth, marriage and death certificates. Only some of these have been sent in. We’re told there’s no time limit for this, but we’re anxious for the estate to be wound up. Can anything be done?

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My son borrowed my father’s life savings shortly before he died. My sister and I were each to have received half the money, but my son, who’s currently on benefits, has been unable to pay back the loan. My sister says she wants her share, and the executor won’t wind up the estate until it’s paid back. He says I should be trying to get it from my son. Surely it’s not my responsibility?

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