Wills and Probate

Wills

Many people underestimate the importance of making a Will. People often assume that when they die their possessions will automatically pass to their spouse or children, but this is not necessarily the case. If you die without a Will in place (called dying ‘intestate’) then your estate will be distributed according to the intestacy rules which means that those who you wish to benefit from the things you have left behind may not automatically do so. At Atherton Godfrey we understand how vital it is to have a carefully drafted Will that will give you peace of mind that your loved ones will be taken care of after your death. Our experienced Will writers can carefully guide you through the process of making a Will ensuring that you avoid any pitfalls and, where appropriate, can discuss complicated issues such as tax planning with you to ensure that you make the most sensible decisions with relation to issues such as Inheritance Tax implications.

Probate

Mourning the loss of a loved one can be an incredibly difficult and emotional time for everyone involved. We understand that the prospect of having to deal with your loved one’s financial affairs, as well as dealing with your own grief, can be very daunting. Our experienced Wills and Probate team are here to help you through this difficult time and ease the stress involved in administering the deceased’s estate. We can take the process out of your hands entirely or can simply guide you through the steps needed to ensure all of the finances and assets are in order – we will become involved as much or as little as you would like, depending on your specific needs.

At Atherton Godfrey we also offer a specialist service for elderly clients and an estate planning service.

To find out more about how Atherton Godfrey can help you with your Wills and Probate matter please call us on Doncaster 01302 320 621 or email James Sutherland at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .