At First Law Solicitors, we provide a complete Will Review and Redrafting service to ensure that your Will continues to reflect your personal circumstances and remains fully compliant with current law. Life rarely stands still. Changes in your family, finances or property can mean that your existing Will no longer expresses your true intentions. Our solicitors make the process of reviewing and updating your Will straightforward, clear and legally secure. We help you identify what needs to change, explain your options in plain English and prepare a new or amended document that protects your estate and your loved ones.
A Will should be a living document that evolves with your circumstances. Events such as marriage, divorce, birth of children, purchase of property or a change in business ownership can all affect how your estate will be distributed. If your Will no longer matches your situation, it may lead to confusion, family disputes or unintended outcomes after your death.
Regular review ensures that your executors and beneficiaries have clear guidance and that your estate can be administered efficiently. Our solicitors recommend reviewing your Will every three to five years, or sooner if there has been a major change in your life or in the law.
When you instruct us, we begin by reading your existing Will in detail and discussing your current wishes. We identify any areas where the document may no longer be suitable or where it could benefit from clearer wording or modern drafting standards. We also check that your Will still meets the legal formalities required under the Wills Act 1837, including valid signing, witnessing and execution.
If changes are minor, we may suggest preparing a codicil — a short legal amendment that updates specific clauses without replacing the whole document. If your circumstances have changed significantly, we may recommend a new Will to ensure complete accuracy and consistency. We explain both options carefully so that you can make an informed decision about which approach is most appropriate.
Over time, legal terminology and estate planning conventions evolve. Our solicitors ensure that your revised Will reflects current best practice and remains compatible with new legislation and tax rules. We review how your assets are described, how beneficiaries are identified and how executors and trustees are appointed. This helps to prevent future disputes and ensures that your intentions can be carried out without delay.
We also check that your Will remains tax-efficient under the Inheritance Tax Act 1984 and that any charitable or trust provisions are drafted to meet modern legal standards. Our redrafting service combines accuracy with readability, using plain language while preserving the full legal effect of your instructions.
A Will does not stand alone. It must work consistently with other legal arrangements, such as joint ownership of property, pension nominations or business succession plans. Our solicitors review these elements as part of the redrafting process, ensuring that your overall estate plan remains cohesive and legally sound. We also provide guidance on how to manage lifetime gifts, digital assets and overseas property to avoid potential inconsistencies in estate administration.
Every Will we review or redraft is handled with complete confidentiality. Your documents are stored securely in accordance with UK GDPR and the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025, under the supervision of the Information Commission (formerly the ICO). We offer safe storage for original Wills and can provide certified copies to you or your executors upon request. You can also choose to register the location of your Will with the National Will Register, giving your family and executors assurance that it can be located when needed.
At First Law Solicitors, we combine legal precision with clarity and personal care. Our solicitors take the time to understand your priorities, explain every option and ensure that your Will reflects your current life and values. We provide transparent, practical advice so that your Will remains effective, compliant and tailored to your unique circumstances. Whether your existing Will was prepared by us or another provider, we can review and, if necessary, redraft it to bring it fully up to date.
If you would like to review your existing Will or prepare an updated version, contact First Law Solicitors today. We provide professional, confidential and reliable advice for clients throughout the United Kingdom and overseas.
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