Yes. In England, Wales and Northern Ireland you must be over 18, and in Scotland you must be over 16. There is one main exception to this rule and that is for members of the Armed Forces who are on active duty. They are able to make a special Will when they are 17.
There is no upper age limit for making a Will.
If you cannot find a Will in any of the paperwork at the property, you should speak to other family …
Read more Wills & ProbateNo, as long as you are the Executor or Administrator you can choose any solicitor you like.
Read more Wills & ProbateYes, the solicitor is allowed to charge reasonable costs for acting as an executor. The usual charges are between 1½ …
Read more Wills & ProbateConsider giving your wife a lifetime right to benefit from your estate. This will enable her to carry on living …
Read more Wills & ProbateOnly if there are serious disagreements between beneficiaries and/or the people making the Will.
Read more Wills & ProbateThe Court has to give permission for a Statutory will. Statutory wills can be made by Deputies appointed by the …
Read more Wills & ProbateYes, an executor may be a beneficiary in your Will and it is often appropriate that the main beneficiary is …
Read more Wills & ProbateDepending on the size and complexity of the estate, these could include HM Revenue & Customs, the Department for Work …
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