Trusted, affordable will writing for families throughout the capital. Fixed fees, home visits available, qualified writers — protecting what matters most.
From straightforward single wills to complex trust arrangements, our qualified writers handle every aspect of your estate planning with care and precision.
Straightforward wills for individuals, spouses, civil partners and unmarried couples — drafted quickly and correctly.
Protective property trusts, discretionary trusts and vulnerable beneficiary arrangements — safeguarding your estate for future generations.
Both health & welfare and property & financial LPAs — ensuring someone you trust can make decisions if you cannot.
Clear guidance for executors navigating probate applications, inheritance tax calculations and estate administration.
Appoint us as professional executor for impartial estate administration — removing the burden from grieving relatives.
Complimentary document storage plus periodic reviews to keep your will current as circumstances change.
Londoners choose us for our combination of expertise, clarity and genuine care — with transparent fixed pricing and no unpleasant surprises.
Writing a will is one of the most important things you will do in your lifetime. It is not simply a legal document — it is an expression of your values, your wishes and your love for those you leave behind. At Will Writing London, we understand this deeply, and we approach every appointment with the respect and thoroughness the task deserves.
Our service is designed specifically for the realities of life in London. We recognise that the capital's residents face unique circumstances: blended families spread across several postcodes, significant property values, overseas assets, business interests and complex family dynamics. A standard template will simply cannot accommodate these nuances. Every will we draft is bespoke, tailored to your precise situation and reviewed rigorously before signing.
We serve every London borough and every neighbourhood within Greater London — from Westminster to Bexleyheath, Harrow to Havering, Richmond to Romford. Whether you live in a riverside flat in Battersea, a Victorian terrace in Clapham, a new build in Canary Wharf or a family home in the outer suburbs, we come to you. Our home visit service is offered at no additional charge and is particularly valued by elderly clients, those with mobility issues, and busy professionals who prefer the convenience of appointments in familiar surroundings.
Many people delay writing a will because they expect the process to be complicated, upsetting or expensive. Our approach turns that assumption on its head. We begin with a free, no-obligation consultation, either by telephone or in person, during which we listen carefully to your circumstances and explain the options clearly. There is no jargon, no pressure and no fee until you decide to proceed.
Once you are ready, we draft your will based on a detailed instructions questionnaire. You receive a draft for review and as many revisions as needed at no extra cost. When you are satisfied, we arrange signing and witnessing — something we often supervise in person to ensure validity is watertight. Finally, we offer secure storage of your original document free of charge, and we contact you periodically to check whether your circumstances have changed.
Did you know? According to recent studies, roughly six in ten UK adults have not made a will. Dying without one — "intestate" — means the law decides who inherits, not you. For unmarried couples, stepchildren and estranged relatives, the consequences can be devastating. Putting a will in place, whatever your circumstances, brings peace of mind that nothing else can.
London property values alone mean that most residents have estates worth safeguarding. Combined with pensions, savings, investments and personal possessions, the value of a typical estate is substantial. Without a properly drafted will, inheritance tax planning opportunities can be lost, beneficiaries you never intended may inherit, and disputes can drag on for years — depleting the estate in legal costs.
We help our clients take full advantage of available allowances, including the nil-rate band, the residence nil-rate band for those leaving property to direct descendants, and the spousal exemption. Where appropriate, we advise on trusts that can protect assets from future care fees, from divorcing beneficiaries, or from beneficiaries who are not yet ready to manage inheritance responsibly.
Equally, we know that peace of mind matters as much as pounds and pence. Knowing that your partner will not face financial hardship, that your children will be cared for by people you trust, that your charitable wishes will be honoured — these are priceless reassurances.
Our fees are fixed, agreed in advance and considerably below what many high street solicitors charge. A single will starts from a straightforward flat fee, mirror wills for couples are available at a discounted rate, and more complex trust arrangements are quoted after an initial consultation. Whatever the complexity, you will always know the total cost before we begin.
We believe good legal protection should not be a luxury. By focusing exclusively on estate planning — rather than trying to be a general legal practice — we keep our overheads lean and pass the savings directly to our clients.
Real feedback from Londoners who have trusted us with their estate planning.
From our first phone call to signing the documents, the whole process was calm, clear and reassuring. I wish we had done it years ago.— Margaret H., Islington
As a landlord with properties in three boroughs, my situation was complicated. The advice on trusts was exactly what I needed and saved our family significant tax.— David W., Wandsworth
Lovely home visit, lots of patience with my elderly mother, and a fixed price that did not change. Cannot recommend highly enough.— Sarah T., Barnet
Professional, thorough and genuinely friendly. They took the time to explain every clause and we felt completely in control of the outcome.— James & Priya K., Greenwich
Book your free, no-obligation consultation today. We will answer your questions honestly and give you a fixed price before you commit to anything.