Wills

A will is a foundational estate planning document that records how assets are to be distributed and who is responsible for administering an estate after death. Having a properly prepared will in place is essential to ensure intentions are carried out and to reduce the risk of uncertainty or dispute.

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Crownmark Lawyers provides advice on the preparation and review of wills, assisting clients to document their wishes clearly and in a legally effective manner. Our approach is structured and practical, with a focus on ensuring wills are tailored to individual circumstances and aligned with broader estate planning considerations.

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Wills may address matters such as asset distribution, appointment of executors, guardianship of minor children, and specific gifts or directions. We advise clients on how these elements operate under the law and on the importance of ensuring a will reflects current personal, financial, and family circumstances.

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Where appropriate, we also provide advice on updating or revising existing wills to reflect changes such as marriage, separation, changes in assets, or evolving family arrangements. In suitable matters, wills may be prepared on an agreed, fixed-fee basis through Crownmark Assured Pricing (CAP), providing clarity around scope and costs from the outset.

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Our services include:

• Preparation of simple and complex wills

• Review and updating of existing wills

• Advice on executor appointments and responsibilities

• Guidance on guardianship provisions for minor children

• Advice on structuring gifts and distributions

• Strategic advice to reduce the risk of future disputes