Wills, Trusts & Probate

Whether you are planning for the future or dealing with the loss of a loved one, our experienced Private Client solicitors are here to help. The services below cover many of the areas we advise on, but if your enquiry is not listed, please contact us.

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Many of our Wills, Trusts and Probate solicitors are also members of The Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners, Solicitors for the Elderly and/or Law Society Private Client section. 

These are all associations that BHP Law have joined to give you independent reassurance that we are experts in your field. 

If you would like to have a chat about your options or how we may be able to help you please contact a member of the team, complete our call back form or contact us directly at your local office.

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Making a Will

Making a Will

If you die without making a Will the law takes over and says how your assets will be divided.

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Probate Advice

Probate Advice

When a person dies, the word 'Probate' is often used to describe the process involved in dealing with their estate.

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Making a Trust

Making a Trust

A Trust can be made during your lifetime or within a Will.

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Lasting Powers of Attorney

Lasting Powers of Attorney

On 1 October 2007, Enduring Powers of Attorney (EPA) were replaced by Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPA)

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Advice for the Elderly

Advice for the Elderly

BHP Law offers a range of legal advice for the elderly, including Will advice and Inheritance Tax Planning.

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Wills, Inheritance & Trust Disputes

Wills, Inheritance & Trust Disputes

Wills, Inheritance and Trust Disputes have increased over recent years due to growing affluence, increased consumer rights awareness, the growth of more complex family structures and an ageing population.

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The Importance of ‘Life Admin’: Why Taking Care of the Details Matters
Wills, Trusts & Probate
The Importance of ‘Life Admin’: Why Taking Care of the Details Matters
We all have a list of jobs we know we should do but somehow never quite get around to – renewing that insurance policy, updating personal documents, or finally sorting out those important legal papers. Collectively, these are often referred to as ‘life admin’, the practical side of managing our affairs. While life admin might […]
Planning for the future
Wills, Trusts & Probate
Planning for the future
If a person dies without having made a Will, it’s known as dying intestate. Dying without a Will in place means any property and possessions will be shared out according to the rules of intestacy, which will limit your beneficiaries to married or civil partners and your children. If you do not have any children, […]
What will happen to your pet if you die?
Wills, Trusts & Probate
What will happen to your pet if you die?
Here in the UK, we’re often described as a ‘nation of animal lovers’ that’s why today, we’re bringing this particular subject to your attention. You may find yourself asking what this has to do with us here at BHP Law, it will all become clear soon, just keep reading. Every year, tens of thousands of […]
Advice on Wills for younger people
Wills, Trusts & Probate
Advice on Wills for younger people
I am in my 20’s and 30’s, do I need a Will? Many of us would assume that a Will is only for the ‘older generation’ and perhaps not something to be thought about in our 20’s and 30’s. However, if you own a property or have young children a Will can be very important […]

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