Free wills month

Monday, 14 April 2008

If you're over 55 and don't have a will make sure you take advantage of the Free Wills Month. The scheme operates in May and October each year. Outside of these periods please read How to make a will.

The scheme is supported by local solicitors and 8 charities including Age Concern (England), Barnardo's, The Blue Cross, Breakthrough Breast Cancer, CAFOD, RNID, RNLI and The Stroke Association.

How do I get get my free will

Members of the public aged 55 and over can visit the Free Wills Month website.

A solicitor will help to draw up a Will that accurately reflects your wishes. In the case of couples making 'mirror' Wills, it is sufficient that one has reached the age of 55.

The service is free. However, the charities supporting this scheme "earnestly hope that many will see this as a chance to help their favourite cause" by making a small donation.

With the average solicitor charging upwards of £60 for writing a will we recommend taking advantage of the Free Wills Month. For more information please visit Free Wills Month website