Many people who have no family, feel that they do not need to make a Will.
However, even if there are no immediate relatives left alive or someone is estranged from their next of kin, it is always still worth considering contacting Will writing solicitors in North Wales to discuss options.
For instance, if the testator has no living relative, they should consider who they want to be their executor. A solicitor can take up the role if there are no friends or family available, and this decision can be detailed in the Will. If there are no relatives to carry out funeral arrangements, these can also be detailed in the Will so the testator can have the service they want. Although these wishes are not legally binding, if there is no-one to discuss the arrangements with, it is still worthwhile adding them to the Will.
If someone does not have any family or friends to leave their assets to, they may consider passing over their estate to a charity. This could be for a cause close to their heart or one which they feel would benefit from their legacy. Wills solicitors in North Wales can advise on Inheritance Tax clauses if the testator wants to deliberately exclude a relative and, although it is not legally binding, it can indicate the reasons why that decision was made.
Speak to us now at Bennett Smith Solicitors and arrange to speak to one of our experts about options for Wills and estate planning.
