Estate planning is essential to make sure your assets are protected for the people and causes who are important to you. By having a will and planning your assets in a financially efficient way, you can make sure the things that are important to you are provided for in the future. Making a will is a way to legally decide what happens to your money, house, and personal belongings after you pass away. At Switalskis, we have an award-winning team of experts who help people write wills.
We know that making a will is an important moment in your life. We aim to make the legal side of things as easy as possible for you. This includes breaking complex topics into easy-to-understand language, keeping you updated, and ensuring everything goes smoothly from start to finish.
We're here to offer you the support you need, right when you need it.
To get started, give us a call us on 0800 138 0458 or get in touch via our website.
Switalskis award-winning will-writing service is built on genuine care for our clients. We do more than draft you a legal document. We help you put clear plans in place to give your loved ones the guidance and reassurance they'll need in the future.
As well as preparing your will, we give you the tools to record your wishes, personal notes and useful information to help your loved ones administer your estate when the time comes. It lets you explain how you would like your funeral or ashes handled, and leave practical information so those closest to you are never left uncertain or in the dark.
Your will is not something that should be written once and forgotten. Every will we prepare is bespoke, reflecting your life, your values and what matters most to you. It is an opportunity to be heard and understood when it matters most.
We'll meet you in the way that suits you best, whether it is at one of our offices, at your home or online. We take the time to get to know you and your circumstances, ensuring there's a clear plan for your assets, including property and savings, and your personal possessions such as jewellery and heirlooms.
Our will-writing service is fixed fee, so you know what the cost will be before we begin.
The time it takes to create a will can vary, depending on the complexity of your assets and your personal circumstances.
If you are well prepared then you could complete the process within two to three weeks. Others who haven't done this before may need longer to work through things and make sure their will covers everything. In cases that are urgent, a will can be completed in a day.
Regularly updating your will to reflect any significant life changes is also a part of the process but can usually be done more quickly than drafting the initial document.
While you can draft a will yourself, it's often a good idea to consult a solicitor, especially if your financial affairs are complicated, you have young children or a blended family. A solicitor will help make sure that the will is legally valid and achieves what you intend.
First, think about what assets you have. This includes: property, savings, investments, and personal items like jewellery.
You'll also want to decide who should benefit from your estate, whether it's family, friends or even charities.
An executor is responsible for carrying out the wishes you've outlined in your will. This can be a family member, a friend or a professional like a solicitor. Make sure the person you choose is willing to take on this responsibility. If you have children under 18 you will also need to choose who will look after them if needed.
Our solicitors will then draft a will for you to review and approve. This document will outline how your assets should be distributed, who your executor will be, and any other specific wishes you have.
For a will to be legally valid, it needs to be signed in the presence of two witnesses, who must also sign the will. Witnesses should be over 18, and they shouldn't be beneficiaries in the will or related to them.
Once your will is signed and witnessed, we will keep the original and give you a copy. Your copy should be stored in a safe place and let your executor know where it is.
Life changes, and so should your will. Marriage, divorce or the birth of a child are all significant events that should prompt you to review and, if necessary, update your will.
A will ensures your possessions and assets are allocated in the way you want after you die. They can include:
Life doesn't stay the same, and neither should your will if your circumstances change. Maybe you've had more children, perhaps you've divorced, or possibly you've come into some money or property. Any of these changes could make it necessary to update your will to make sure it still does what you want it to do. We recommend that a will should be reviewed every two to three years.
Here are our fixed fees for different wills, the prices are inclusive of VAT and are correct as of January 2026 but may be subject to change:
A simple will for one person - £330
Mirror wills (for two people) - £660
Urgent will - £1,200
For wills that include trusts, care planning or a business please get in touch with our team so we can give you the most appropriate fee for your needs.
Care fee planning is often done with mirror or couples wills as it involves assessing your care needs, finances, and financial support available from the local authority to fund long-term care. We will explore how different options like trusts, can be used to pay for your care if needed to potentially preserve some of your assets for your loved ones.
To get started, give us a call us on 0800 138 0458 or get in touch via our website.
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Making a will can feel daunting, but we're here to guide you through it. At Switalskis, our aim is to give you straightforward, easy-to-understand advice so you can make informed decisions about your future. We get to know our clients and their circumstances so we can provide the best advice.
Creating a will involves a few legal steps, but there's no need for it to be confusing. Our solicitors will break down complex matters into plain English. We guide you through every step, from what documents you'll need to how to make your wishes legally binding.
We understand that making a will is an important milestone. Our team is well-versed in the law but equally skilled in understanding your needs. We listen carefully to make sure our services are tailored to you.
We've been in this business for years, and we know our stuff. You can count on us for reliable advice that won't let you down. Our wealth of experience means we can tackle even complicated cases with confidence.
Our aim is to create a will that safeguards your wishes for the future. Whether it's your first time making a will or you're updating an old one, it's never too late to make sure your will is legally sound and your wishes will be followed when the time comes.
If you're considering making a will and want it done right, chat with our team today for personalised advice.
Call us on 0800 1380 458 or get in touch through our website.