Wills and Probate Solicitors
Sorting out your affairs or dealing with the estate of a loved one can feel overwhelming. At Wolferstans, our specialist Wills & Probate team is here to make things simpler. Whether you’re planning ahead to protect your family’s future or managing matters after a bereavement, we’ll guide you with clear advice and sensitive support.
Our Wills and Probate services
Probate Solicitors
When someone close to you passes away, there are often many legal and financial matters to resolve. Probate is the process of proving a will and managing the estate, which can involve gathering assets, paying debts and taxes, and distributing inheritance. It can be a complicated and stressful process, particularly at a difficult time.
Our probate solicitors can take on as much or as little of the responsibility as you need. Some families prefer us to handle the whole process, while others just want advice on specific steps. However you choose to proceed, we’ll make sure everything is dealt with correctly and efficiently.
Full Administration Service
If you would like us to take complete responsibility for dealing with an estate, our full administration service offers a comprehensive solution. We handle every aspect of the process — from applying for the Grant of Probate, to collecting in assets, paying liabilities, preparing accounts, and distributing the estate to beneficiaries.
This service is particularly helpful where estates are complex, involve property or business assets, or where family members would prefer not to manage the practicalities themselves. It means you can focus on supporting each other, while we take care of the legal and financial details.
Empathetic Legal Support
We understand how difficult it can be to deal with legal matters after a bereavement. Our compassionate team provides practical help with probate and estate administration, taking the pressure off you and your family during this challenging time.
We’ll handle the paperwork, deal with official bodies, and make sure everything is completed properly and efficiently.
Trusts
Trusts can play an important role in estate planning. They can help protect assets, minimise inheritance tax, provide for vulnerable beneficiaries, or ringfence funds for children until they reach a certain age. But trusts can be complex, and it’s important to get them set up correctly.
Our solicitors can advise you on whether a trust is right for your circumstances, explain the different types available, and guide you through creating and managing one. We’ll ensure your trust is legally robust and tailored to your goals.
Inheritance Disputes
Disagreements about wills and estates are sadly becoming more common. Disputes may arise over whether a will is valid, if someone has been unfairly left out, or about how executors are managing an estate. These situations can cause real distress at an already difficult time.
Our specialist inheritance dispute solicitors are experienced in resolving these conflicts, whether through negotiation, mediation, or court proceedings where necessary. We approach these cases with sensitivity, aiming to reduce stress and achieve a fair outcome as swiftly as possible.
Will Writing Solicitors
A valid will is the most important step you can take to make sure your wishes are followed and your loved ones are looked after. Without one, your estate will be distributed according to strict legal rules that may not reflect what you want.
Our will writing solicitors make the process straightforward and affordable. We’ll take the time to understand your circumstances and what matters most to you, then draft a clear, legally valid will that gives you peace of mind. For more complex estates, we can also provide advice on tax planning, trusts, and protecting assets.
Why Choose Wolferstans?
We’ve been helping families across Plymouth, the South West, and beyond for generations. With friendly, approachable solicitors and deep expertise across every aspect of wills, trusts, and estates, you can be confident your future is in safe hands.
Plan Ahead Confidently
Making a will or setting up a power of attorney can give you and your family invaluable peace of mind for the future. We’ll explain all the options clearly, guide you through each step of the process, and make sure your wishes are recorded properly and legally.
Our straightforward approach ensures your affairs are in order when it matters most.
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