London Wills & Estate Lawyer
Arsh Law Office specializes in Wills and Estate matters, providing comprehensive legal services in London. Our experienced team understands the importance of creating a Will to ensure your Estate is properly organized. Each person’s Will is unique, which is why we recommend seeking professional assistance to ensure your plans are clear and your Will complies with applicable laws. Estate planning allows you to have control over the distribution of your assets and ensures your beneficiaries are taken care of according to your wishes.
Our areas of expertise include:
Wills: A Will is a legal document that outlines your wishes regarding the distribution of your property and the care of minor children, if applicable. Without a Will, there is a risk that your wishes may not be followed as they have not been legally documented.
Enduring Power of Attorney (EPA): An EPA grants another person, known as your Attorney, the authority to handle matters that only you can manage. It applies when you are alive but unable to make decisions regarding your property, assets, or financial affairs. An EPA can continue to be in force even if you lose mental capacity, making it beneficial for managing the affairs of individuals who are unable to do so themselves.
Personal Directives: A Personal Directive authorizes another person, known as your Agent, to make health decisions on your behalf when you are unable to do so. It covers various aspects such as choosing a doctor, medical treatments, living arrangements, activities, and other non-estate-related decisions.
Review of Wills: Wills should be reviewed periodically as they are considered living documents. Changes in your life circumstances or the needs of your beneficiaries may require updates to your Will. We recommend reviewing your Will and Powers of Attorney every five years or earlier in specific scenarios like new relationships, marriage, births, separation or divorce, changes in investment assets or inheritances, amendments to executor or attorney appointments, or if a third party intends to contest your Will.
Estate Planning: Estate planning involves preparing for the transfer of your wealth and assets after your death. It includes assets like real estate, vehicles, personal belongings, life insurance, pensions, and debts. Proper estate planning ensures that your assets are distributed according to your wishes, minimizing potential disputes among family members and preventing interference from the government or third parties.
Probate or Administration of Estate: Probate is the legal process that verifies the validity and authenticity of a deceased person’s Will. It also refers to the general administration of a deceased person’s Estate, whether there is a Will or not. The court appoints an executor (as named in the Will) or an administrator (through the Administration of Estates) to manage the collection of assets, payment of debts, and distribution of assets to beneficiaries.
At Arsh Law Office, we provide personalized and knowledgeable guidance throughout the entire Wills and Estate process, ensuring that your wishes are respected, your assets are protected, and your loved ones are taken care of.