HT Legal Limited

We are a combined solicitors and financial services practice offering a complete solution to our clients financial and legal needs under one roof. We offer competitive pricing and a high level of personal service on all the work that we undertake.

Who should make a will

If you care about what happens to your property after you die, you should make a will. Without one, the State directs who inherits, so your friends, favourite charities and relatives may get nothing. It is particularly important to make a will if you are not married to your partner. This is because the law does not automatically recognise partners as having the same rights as husbands and wives. As a result, even if you've lived together for many years,  your partner may be left with nothing if you have not made a will.

A will is also vital if you have children or dependants who may not be able to care for themselves. Without a will there could be uncertainty about who will look after or provide for them if you die. We can also advise you on how inheritance tax affects what you own.

You should also consider taking legal advice about making a will if:

 • several people could make a claim on your estate when you die because they depend on you financially;

 •your permanent home is not in the UK or you are not a British citizen;

 •you live here but you have overseas property; or

 •you own all or part of a business.

 Once you have had a will drawn up, some changes to  your  circumstances  (for  example,  marriage, separation or divorce) can make all or part of that will invalid or inadequate. This means that you must review your will regularly, to reflect any major life changes. We can tell you what changes may be necessary to update your will.

Telephone:
0161 368 1559

Fax:
0161 368 6219

Website Address:
www.harrisontownend.co.uk