Wills

Simple Will - from £85

Suitable for individuals or couples in Tavistock, Devon & Cornwall with relatively straightforward estate planning requirements.

A Simple Will is often appropriate where you wish to:

• Leave your estate to a spouse, partner, family member, or children

• Appoint executors 

• Clearly record your wishes

• Avoid intestacy rules applying to your estate

Includes:

• Initial consultation

• Professionally drafted Will

• Review and amendments of Drafts

• Guidance on executors and beneficiaries

• Signing guidance

(Mirror Wills from £135) 

Tailored Will - from £149

Suitable for people in Tavistock, Devon & Cornwall where additional planning, flexibility, or more personalised arrangements may be required.

A Tailored Will is commonly used where circumstances are more complex, including:

• Funeral Plans

• Consideration of Pets 

• Appointing legal guardians structure

• Monetary or Specific gifts 

• Property gifts

• Succession planning for residuary estate

• Business assets provision

• Signing guidance

This type of Will allows more detailed structuring to ensure your estate is distributed in line with your personal wishes and long-term intentions.

Includes:

• Detailed estate planning discussion

• Tailored drafting based on your circumstances

• Review and amendments of drafts

• Guidance on executors, guardians, and beneficiaries

• Signing guidance

(Mirror Wills from £199) 

Protective Will - from £499 

Suitable for clients Tavistock, Devon & Cornwall seeking additional protection, control, or long-term estate planning structures.

Protective Wills commonly include trust provisions designed to help manage how assets are distributed after death. These arrangements may be considered where there are concerns relating to:

• Protecting children or vulnerable beneficiaries

• Blended family arrangements

• Property protection planning

• Long-term inheritance control

• Future estate planning flexibility

Because Protective Wills can involve more advanced planning structures, recommendations are always based on individual circumstances.

Includes:

• Estate planning consultation

• Protective trust drafting where appropriate

• Tailored inheritance planning guidance

• Review and amendments of drafts 

• Signing guidance

(Mirror Wills from £650) 

Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs)

Property & Financial Affairs LPA - £75

Allows trusted individuals to manage financial matters if you become unable to do so.

Health & Welfare LPA - £75

Allows trusted individuals to make healthcare and care-related decisions on your behalf if required.

Post Signing Check and Office of Public Guardian Submission Service - £40 per Application

Lifetime Trust Planning

Trust Drafting - from £2,000

Trust planning for people in Tavistock, Devon & Cornwall can vary considerably depending on the objectives involved, including:

• Asset protection

• Beneficiary protection

• Property ownership structuring

• Inheritance tax planning

• Long-term family planning

Because every arrangement is different, trust work is usually quoted following an initial consultation.

Typical Trust Structures:

• Discretionary Trusts

• Bare Trusts

• Interest in Possession Trusts

• Will Trusts

• Family Protection Trusts

Home Visits & Remote Appointments

Appointments can be arranged in the way that is most convenient for you, whether in person or remotely.

In-Person Appointments

Appointments can take place at your home or place of work, where appropriate.

• Within the Tavistock area (5 miles) – Minimum fee £149

• Outside the Tavistock area – Minimum fee £149, plus mileage charged at 50 pence per mile, calculated using Google Maps

Remote Appointments

Remote appointments are also available and can often be a convenient way to discuss your estate planning requirements.

• By telephone – No additional charge

• By video call – No additional charge

Remote consultations still allow full discussion of your circumstances and are suitable for many Wills, LPAs, and estate planning matters.

Inheritance Tax Planning

Initial Consultation From £250

Inheritance tax planning can range from straightforward allowance planning through to more advanced estate structuring and will typically involve third party specialist involvement .

The appropriate solution depends on:

• Estate value

• Property ownership

• Business or agricultural assets

• Family structure

• Existing arrangements already in place

Because planning requirements vary significantly, fees are generally discussed following an initial review of your circumstances.

Are There Any Hidden Costs?

No.

Any costs are explained clearly before work proceeds. Where additional work may be required due to complexity or changes in instructions, this will always be discussed with you first. Payment of 50% of fees up to a minimum of £450 is required on delivery of Draft documents.

Certain services, such as LPA registration fees payable to the Office of the Public Guardian, attract separate government charges and are explained during the process. Specialist trust drafting may require third party fees - but all will be detailed for you.

Why Professional Estate Planning Matters

Estate planning documents are legal documents with long-term consequences. Poor drafting, unclear wording, or unsuitable structures can create complications for executors, trustees, attorneys, and beneficiaries later on.

Professional advice helps ensure your arrangements are:

• Legally valid

• Properly structured

• Clearly documented

• Suitable for your circumstances

• Aligned with your long-term intentions

The aim is not simply to produce documents, but to help ensure your estate planning works effectively in practice when it is needed.

Book a Consultation

If you would like to discuss your circumstances or receive guidance on suitable estate planning options, you can arrange an initial consultation.

We can help you understand:

• Whether you need a Will

• What type of Will may suit your circumstances

• Whether Trust planning is appropriate

• How Lasting Power of Attorneys work

• Potential inheritance tax considerations

You can also use our free online “Find My Will Type” assessment for a quick indication of which type of Will may be suitable for your situation before speaking with us.

Important Information

The information on this page is intended as general guidance only and should not be treated as legal or tax advice. Recommendations will always depend on your personal circumstances and objectives.