Just Wills & Legal Services

Just Wills & Legal Services: estate planning and wills in the United Kingdom

Just Wills & Legal Services is a British firm specialising in estate planning and will writing that operates throughout the United Kingdom. The company presents itself as one of the country's leading estate planning firms and claims to have served more than 100,000 clients since its founding in 2013. Its head office is in East Grinstead, England.

The firm works with a network of consultants and associates that includes solicitors and STEP-qualified practitioners, and its consultants are members of the Society of Will Writers. According to its presentation, all cases are backed by comprehensive insurance.

Estate planning services

The firm's service catalogue covers various areas of estate and succession law:

• Will writing: advice to put the client's wishes in writing and protect their loved ones.
• Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPA): processing of powers for financial and health decisions, from the initial conversation to final registration.
• Trusts: advice on choosing and structuring the right type of trust according to the client's goals, whether to support children, safeguard an inheritance or reduce exposure to care fees or taxes.
• Probate: management of a deceased relative's estate with specialist support.
• Comprehensive estate planning: personalised strategies covering wills, trusts, inheritance tax planning and powers of attorney, both during the client's lifetime and afterwards.
• Secure document storage: storage of the will and estate plans so they are available when needed.

Service model and process

The firm offers home visits to discuss the options with the client in their own home. According to the information published, the home will writing service starts at £180 per will and the completed document is delivered within 21 days. A free 20-minute phone call with a qualified consultant can also be arranged, with no obligation, to receive guidance and a fixed-fee quote for a basic will.

The company insists on clear communication without legal jargon, with the aim that the client understands every step of the process. For the first estate planning consultation, it recommends bringing identification, a list of assets (property, savings, pensions, investments), details of debts or liabilities, names and contact details of the people to be included in the will or the power of attorney, and any previous estate planning documents.

Team and leadership

The firm has a team of consultants specialising in different areas of estate planning. Andy Price, group managing director, states in his presentation that he has dedicated his career to supporting people at important moments in their lives and highlights the value of proper planning to achieve peace of mind.

Frequently asked questions about estate planning

The company's website answers common questions from its clients. It explains that estate planning consists of organising one's affairs so that assets are passed on according to the person's wishes, which can help reduce inheritance tax, protect loved ones and avoid legal complications. It indicates that even a modest estate benefits from a will, as it allows guardians to be appointed for children and specific gifts or legacies to be made. It also warns that, without a valid will, the estate is distributed according to the rules of intestacy, which can leave out unmarried partners, stepchildren and close friends.

Corporate information

Just Wills and Legal Services is registered in England and Wales with company number 08768960. The company maintains a cookie policy on its website and offers a newsletter with news about estate planning.

Location and contact

The Hive 7A Bulrushes, Bulrushes Business Park, Coombe Hill Road, East Grinstead, England RH19 4LZ · Phone: 01342 477102 · Email: online@jwals.co.uk