At First Law Solicitors, we provide a full range of Will Support Services to help clients prepare, execute and protect their final wishes.
Whether your Will has been drafted by us or another provider, our solicitors ensure that it is properly signed, witnessed and stored so that it remains legally valid and effective when needed.
We understand that creating or reviewing a Will can be a sensitive process. Our role is to make every stage straightforward, clearly explained and fully compliant with legal requirements in England and Wales.
A Will is only legally valid if it meets strict formalities under the Wills Act 1837. This means it must be signed voluntarily, witnessed by two independent adults who are present together, and dated correctly.
Mistakes in signing or witnessing can make a Will invalid or cause delay and expense for loved ones. Our solicitors ensure that your Will is executed properly and that all legal formalities are observed.
We also assist clients who need certified copies of Wills, safe document storage, or confirmation that an existing Will remains up to date and valid. Where required, we can prepare supporting statements or certification letters for use with banks, pension providers and probate registries.
Our Will support service is available both to clients who have prepared their Wills independently and to those who wish to review documents drafted some time ago.
Our solicitors supervise the signing of Wills in accordance with the Wills Act 1837 and current best practice guidance.
During your appointment, we will review the document with you, ensure that all pages are complete, confirm your understanding of its contents and oversee the signing and witnessing process.
You may sign your Will in person at our office, or, where appropriate, we can assist with a supervised signing at your home, hospital or care setting.
For clients who are overseas or unable to attend in person, we can provide detailed written guidance and remote oversight to ensure that your Will is executed correctly in accordance with English law.
Once signed, your Will should be kept safe but accessible. We offer secure document storage through our central digital and physical archive, ensuring that the original remains protected from loss, damage or unauthorised access.
You will receive confirmation of storage and can request certified or plain copies at any time.
If your Will is stored elsewhere, we can provide verification and certification of authenticity for probate or banking purposes.
All stored documents are managed under the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 and UK GDPR, ensuring that your personal and estate information remains confidential and securely preserved.
If your circumstances have changed since your Will was signed, it is important to review it.
Our solicitors can assess whether a formal amendment, known as a codicil, is appropriate or whether a new Will should be prepared.
We explain the implications of each option in clear terms, helping you maintain a document that reflects your current wishes and family situation.
Even if your Will was drafted elsewhere, we can provide an independent review to confirm that it still complies with the legal and procedural standards required for probate.
All client documents and information are handled with absolute confidentiality.
Every record is stored in compliance with UK GDPR and the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025, under the oversight of the Information Commission (formerly the ICO).
Access to your Will or related documents is strictly controlled and only authorised in accordance with your written instructions or legal entitlement.
At First Law Solicitors, we combine careful attention to detail with practical guidance.
We ensure that every Will we assist with is legally valid, securely stored and capable of being proved without difficulty when the time comes
Our approach is calm, discreet and focused on giving clients confidence that their final wishes are properly protected.
Whether you need help signing, certifying or storing your Will, our solicitors are ready to assist with clarity and professionalism.
If you would like assistance with your Will, contact First Law Solicitors today.
We provide appointments across the United Kingdom and can support clients living overseas who have Wills governed by English law.
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