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Will Writing Service West Sussex

Guiding You Through Future Planning with Clarity and Care

Will Writing Service West Sussex

Professional Will Writing Service

Planning for the future is one of the most important steps you can take for yourself and your family. At Wills in Plain English, we specialise in clear, straightforward Will writing services, ensuring your wishes are respected and your loved ones are protected.

With over 30 years of experience and as proud members of the Society of Will Writers, we are trusted professionals who guide you through every stage of estate planning, without confusing jargon.

The Value of Having a Will

Without a valid Will, the law decides who inherits your estate. This may leave partners, stepchildren or close relatives without any provision. It can also cause disputes, stress and delays at a time when your family needs clarity and support.

A well-prepared Will puts you in control, allowing you to:

  • Decide who should inherit your assets
  • Appoint legal guardians for children
  • Provide for pets or dependents
  • Create trusts for children or vulnerable family members
  • Outline your funeral wishes
  • Maximise inheritance tax efficiencies
  • Minimise family conflict and legal delays

What Happens If You Don’t Make a Will?

If you pass away without a Will, strict intestacy rules apply. These rules rarely reflect modern family structures and can result in outcomes you would never have chosen. In blended families or where partners are unmarried, the absence of a Will often leads to hardship, disputes and unintended consequences.

Why Choose Us?

  • Local Expertise – Serving clients throughout West Sussex, including Crawley, Horsham, Worthing, Chichester and beyond.
  • Clarity and Confidence – We explain every option in plain, easy-to-understand terms.
  • Trusted Professionals – Over three decades of experience in Will writing and estate planning.
  • Personalised Service – Tailored to your circumstances, ensuring your Will truly reflects your wishes.

Our Practice Areas

With personal service and professional support, we will walk you through the whole process from an initial confidential conversation about what you need to consider, to taking your instructions and then drawing up and helping you to sign and witness your legally enforceable will.

What We Can Help You With

Writing Your Will

  • Straightforward Wills – Perfect for simple estates.
  • Complex Wills – For business owners, blended families, or larger estates.
  • Trusts – Safeguard assets for children, vulnerable relatives, or long-term planning.

Planning Your Estate

  • Inheritance Tax strategies – Reduce liabilities and protect wealth for future generations.
  • Succession planning – Ensure assets are passed on smoothly and according to your wishes.

Managing Decisions on Your Behalf

  • Property & Financial LPA – Appoint someone you trust to handle money, bills and property.
  • Health & Welfare LPA – Give authority to make decisions about medical care, daily living and end-of-life wishes.

Additional Services

  • Advance Decisions / Living Wills
  • Professional document checks and amendments
  • Secure Will storage
  • Regular Will reviews and updates

Protect What Matters Most

Making a Will ensures your wishes are respected and your loved ones are cared for. Without one, the law decides how your estate is divided, which often leads to stress, disputes, and unintended outcomes.

Call us on 07935 219228
Email contact@willsinplainenglish.co.uk

Your future. Your family. Your choice.

Will Writing Experts

Our Pricing Plans

At Wills In Plain English, we offer a comprehensive range of will writing and estate planning services to ensure your wishes are clearly outlined and legally secured.

Whether you need a simple will, complex estate planning, or updates to existing documents, we provide expert, confidential advice every step of the way. Explore our service options below to find the right solution for you and your family.

Standard Will
£350/INDIVIDUAL

A standard will ensures that your wishes are clearly documented, protecting your estate and loved ones. Whether you're an individual or a couple looking for two ‘mirror wills’, we offer expert guidance and preparation.

Codicil
£150

A codicil allows you to make minor updates or changes to your existing will without the need for a complete rewrite. This is a simple and affordable way to ensure your will reflects your current wishes.

Letter Of Wishes
£50/INDIVIDUAL

A Letter of Wishes provides additional, non-binding guidance for your executors and loved ones on how you'd like your estate or personal belongings to be managed. It can be prepared for individuals or couples.

Joint Property Severance
£100

Severing a joint property ensures that your share of jointly owned property is passed on according to your will, rather than automatically going to the co-owner. This legal service is key in comprehensive estate planning.

Estate Planning (Including preparation of Wills & Trusts)
From £500/INDIVIDUAL

or £150 Per Hour (no documents produced)

For more complex estate needs, this service includes the preparation of wills, trusts, and advice on how best to manage your estate for the future. We tailor our service to your unique situation.

Our Pricing Plans

At Wills In Plain English, we offer a comprehensive range of will writing and estate planning services to ensure your wishes are clearly outlined and legally secured.

Whether you need a simple will, complex estate planning, or updates to existing documents, we provide expert, confidential advice every step of the way. Explore our service options below to find the right solution for you and your family.

Standard Will
£600/Couple

Two 'Mirror Wills'

A standard will ensures that your wishes are clearly documented, protecting your estate and loved ones. Whether you're an individual or a couple looking for two ‘mirror wills’, we offer expert guidance and preparation.

Standard Will
£800/Couple

Two complex  'Mirror Wills'

A standard will ensures that your wishes are clearly documented, protecting your estate and loved ones. Whether you're an individual or a couple looking for two complex ‘mirror wills’, we offer expert guidance and preparation.

Codicil
£150

A codicil allows you to make minor updates or changes to your existing will without the need for a complete rewrite. This is a simple and cost-effective way to ensure your will reflects your current wishes.

Letter Of Wishes
£80/couple

A Letter of Wishes provides additional, non-binding guidance for your executors and loved ones on how you'd like your estate or personal belongings to be managed. It can be prepared for individuals or couples.

Joint Property Severance
£100

Severing a joint property ensures that your share of jointly owned property is passed on according to your will, rather than automatically going to the co-owner. This legal service is key in comprehensive estate planning.

Estate Planning (Including preparation of Wills & Trusts)
From £850/couple

or £150 Per Hour (no documents produced)

For more complex estate needs, our estate planning service includes the preparation of wills, trusts, and advice on how best to manage your estate for the future. We tailor our service to your unique situation.