Although Will making solicitors in North Wales would emphasise the importance of estate planning, they are also most likely to help ensure that Will writers have the capacity to do so and are not impaired by mental illness or the likes of dementia and Alzheimer Disease.
If it is proved that the testator prepared their Will whilst living with any of these conditions, the document could potentially be invalidated once they have died.
It is currently the law that anyone preparing a Will must be deemed to have the capacity to do so. They should be able to demonstrate that they have mental clarity and are fully aware of what their assets are. Along with these, a full understanding of what a Will entails and knowledge of who has legal rights to their estate must also be shown.
There are several ways in which Wills solicitors in North Wales could support with testamentary capacity which proves that the Will writer knows what they are doing, They might, for instance, advise family members to access the medical records or a statement from a medical expert to demonstrate that the testator has the capacity to make their Will. Other actions suggested could include ensuring that Will witnesses are suitable and that extra steps could be taken to validate the Will, like additional statements from mental health professionals.
Our team here at Bennett Smith Solicitors can provide the advice and guidance you could need on writing a Will so make contact now to book an appointment.
