Your will, sorted.
Simply and properly.
Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney, and Discretionary Trusts — prepared personally for you, under the law of England and Wales.
Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney, and Discretionary Trusts — prepared personally for you, under the law of England and Wales.
Most people put off writing a will because it feels complicated or morbid. It doesn't have to be either. I keep things plain, personal and straightforward — no jargon, no home visit, no unnecessary delay.
A few things worth knowing before you put it off any longer.
If you die without a will, the rules of intestacy dictate who gets what. That might not be who you'd choose — and unmarried partners get nothing, regardless of how long you've been together.
Without an LPA in place, if you lose mental capacity, your loved ones have no legal right to access your bank account — even to pay bills. The only route is an expensive court application that can take months.
You can only create a Lasting Power of Attorney while you still have mental capacity. Once it's gone, it's too late. Many people don't realise this until the moment they need it most.
Only married or civil partners have automatic rights under intestacy. If you're not married, or if you have children from a previous relationship, the rules may produce a result you'd never have wanted.
Most people need a straightforward will. It doesn't require a solicitor or a home appointment — and the peace of mind it gives is immediate. From £129, it's one of the best decisions you'll make.
If someone who receives means-tested benefits inherits directly, it can affect their entitlement. A discretionary trust protects them — letting trustees support them without jeopardising what they already receive.
I focus on the documents most people actually need. If your situation calls for something more specialist, I'll tell you honestly and point you in the right direction.
A will sets out who looks after your estate, who inherits, and any particular wishes — from specific gifts to guardians for younger children. I offer single wills and mirror wills for couples. Straightforward, legally valid, and written in plain English.
An LPA lets someone you trust step in to handle things on your behalf if you ever lose capacity — whether that's managing your finances and property, or making decisions about your care and medical treatment. Two types are available: Property & Financial Affairs, and Health & Welfare.
If you want to leave something to a person who receives means-tested benefits, a discretionary trust protects their entitlement. Rather than assets passing to them directly — which could affect their support — a trust allows trustees to use those assets for their benefit in a way that preserves their position.
Everything is handled by phone and email, at a time that suits you.
Drop me a message or call. I'll have a brief chat to understand what you need and give you a clear quote before anything starts.
I'll take you through everything — your circumstances, your wishes, who you'd like to benefit. It's straightforward, and I'll explain anything that needs explaining.
I draft everything and send it to you to review. Once you're happy, I'll guide you through signing correctly so your documents are legally valid.
Keep your documents somewhere safe and let the right people know where they are. I'm here if anything changes down the line.
I'm Luke Richecoeur, a professional will writer working directly with clients across England and Wales. I trade as That Will Guy — because that's exactly what I am: the person you call when you want your will sorted properly, without the formality or the fees of a solicitor.
I work with people from all walks of life. Most just want the peace of mind of knowing their wishes are written down and legally sound. Some have more complex situations — and when they do, I'll be honest with you about whether I'm the right person to help, or whether you need someone else.
Will writing is not an FCA regulated activity and is not covered by the Financial Services Compensation Scheme.
Professional indemnity insurance is held for this work.
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