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How to Make A Statutory Will

Christine Dyson
Christine Dyson
Partner
Patrick Allen
Patrick Allen
Senior Partner
Chantae Francis
Chantae Francis
Solicitor
Harry Wright
Harry Wright
Paralegal
Mohan Dhadli
Mohan Dhadli
Solicitor
Nicholas McKeown
Paralegal
Philippa Barton
Philippa Barton
Consultant
Ralph Johnson
Ralph Johnson
Paralegal

Making a will is important for all of us. Wills provide peace of mind, ensuring your wishes are carried out when you die. When you make a will you must have a clear understanding of what your wishes are and what your will says.

If someone lacks sufficient mental capacity to make a will, a statutory will can be made on their behalf. It is approved by the Court of Protection which makes sure the terms of the will are made in their best interests.

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Who can make a statutory will?

If you are acting as a Deputy on behalf of someone who lacks capacity, a statutory will is one of the things you may be asked to arrange.

If you’re expecting to receive an inheritance from someone who can’t make their own will, you may be able to apply to the Court of Protection to write a statutory will for them. To do this, medical evidence will be necessary to show that they lack capacity.

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How to make a statutory will

Making the process simple

Making a statutory will involves completing a number of application forms and a supporting statement.

Guiding you through the process

Our caring and sensitive experts can guide and support you through each step of the process.

Considered advice

We’ll be by your side to help you through what is a difficult time and give you careful, considered advice when you need it most.

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Hodge Jones & Allen solicitors are ranked for this area of law in the Legal 500, 2024 and Chambers UK, 2024. Our specialist team are highly experienced in handling such cases.

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How to get in touch

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Whatever your needs, our team of highly experienced Mental Capacity & Deputyship lawyers can provide you with the help and advice you need. 

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We take the time to get to understand you and your needs. We’ll arrange a time to meet to get to know you and your particular situation in greater detail.

Call our highly experienced Mental Capacity & Deputyship solicitors on
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