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Will writing is simple at JC Solicitors with our straightforward, hassle free, value for money service. Whatever you want to leave to the people you love, you can rest assured that your wishes will be fulfilled. What’s more, we care about what you want, that’s why we will pay careful attention to the detail so that you have a Will that reflects you and your wishes. If you’re looking for will writing lawyers in Chichester, Alton or Portsmouth, our Private Client team can help you put a clear, legally valid Will in place — and make sure it still reflects your wishes as your circumstances change.
If you have already had a Will drawn up, we also offer a free review service to ensure your will is still current and has not become invalid, for example through marriage, death or divorce, or a change in your financial situation.
If your situation is more complex (blended families, vulnerable beneficiaries, business interests, foreign property, or inheritance tax planning), we can also advise on wider estate planning and the use of trusts where appropriate.
Will Writing: How our process works
The first step is to complete our Will questionnaire, which you can either complete online, or print off and post back to us (we can also send you a paper copy if required). Based on the information you provide in the questionnaire we will prepare a draft Will based for your approval. Alternatively, once you have completed your questionnaire you can make an appointment with one of our solicitors, to discuss your needs face to face. All initial consultations are free of charge.
If you’d prefer, you can book a time that suits you via our book consultation page, or speak to us first using our contact details.
Once you are happy that your Will reflects your wishes and give us your Will approval, you can then either come in to the office to sign the engrossed version or we can send your Will to you in the post for execution at home. A simple, stress-free process.
We’ll also explain practical next steps (where to store your Will, when to update it, and how to reduce the risk of disputes later).
Some common misconceptions about making a will
- Making a Will does NOT hasten your death in any way
- It is NOT too expensive
- Your assets are NOT too insignificant. You probably have more than what you think – home, car, jewellery, paintings, sentimental items
- You CANNOT take your possessions or your debts with you
If you die without a will you die intestate. This means:
- You have no control whatsoever over who will get what
- If you are married everything you own will NOT automatically go to your spouse. Complex rules of intestacy will apply
- If you are unmarried your partner will receive nothing
- The court will decide who will care for your children
It is never too early to make a Will. Take control now and ensure it is not too late.
Why making a Will matters (and what it protects)
A properly drafted Will can help you:
(1) Choose who inherits
(2) Appoint guardians for children
(3) Reduce uncertainty and potential conflict
(4) Make the administration of your estate simpler for the people dealing with it.
If you expect your estate to be more complex, we can also discuss how your Will fits alongside probate and longer-term planning.
How much will my Will cost?
If you’re looking to discuss drafting a Will, please do not hesitate to contact us. We offer a free initial consultation with no obligation. During this initial meeting, we will get to know you whilst familiarising ourselves with your case. From there, we are able to signpost, discuss the services we can provide for you and the steps involved and discuss fees so that you have a clear understanding of what your costs will likely be from the outset.
Please note our free initial appointment is a consultation service where we signpost our services for you. If advice is required, this will be chargeable at the rates discussed in your initial consultation.
A standard Will costs £250.00+VAT for one Will and £395.00+VAT for two standard mirror Wills. This is where everything is left to one another and then onto substitute beneficiaries. If there are more than 4 beneficiaries or legacies, foreign property, complicated family arrangements, or high net worth estates, these are non-standard Wills and we will provided a fixed price quote at our initial meeting.
Fees: what makes a Will “non-standard”?
To help set expectations, we’ll confirm whether your Will is likely to be standard or non-standard based on factors like the number of beneficiaries/legacies, overseas assets, business interests, trusts, or complex family arrangements — and then provide a clear fixed-fee quote at the outset.
For wider transparency and related pricing information, you can also refer to our SRA price transparency page.
You can request a call back here: request a call back or book directly via book consultation .
FAQs about will writing
What happens if I die without a Will?
If you die without a Will, your estate is distributed under the rules of intestacy — which may not reflect your wishes (particularly if you are unmarried, have a blended family, or want to make specific gifts).
Do I need a solicitor to write a Will?
Not always — but using a solicitor helps reduce the risk of mistakes, uncertainty, or challenges later, especially where your circumstances are complex or you want to protect particular beneficiaries.
Can I update my Will later?
Yes. Many people update their Will after major life events. If you’re unsure whether an existing Will still works, we can review it and advise on next steps.
Click here to arrange your free initial consultation, or call our Alton office on 01420 544 273 or our Chichester office on 01243 850 860.
