When someone wants to make some amendments to their Will without changing the whole document, they can use codicils.
Usually, the changes made using this process are quite small and may make minor adjustments to previous instructions. Wills solicitors in North Wales can help ensure that any adjustments to Wills are made legally and appropriately.
Some of the most common times to add codicils to Wills are during divorce proceedings, the birth of children or the death of a previous beneficiary. It is also routine to add a codicil to replace the executor of the Will if the original one dies or is unable to carry out their duties.
Another regular update to Wills with the use of codicils is to change the amount of money or gifts left to an individual. This change is normally additional items added, but it is normal practice to accept only five codicils. If any additional changes are required after this, legal advisors may suggest making a new Will. Similarly, to reduce a bequest, codicils could be used, but once again, if five codicils have already been added, the Will may need a full rewrite.
Wills and Probate solicitors in North Wales can also assist when someone decides that a gift originally intended for one recipient should be reassigned to a different individual. This may happen after a divorce and re-marriage.
Here at Bennett Smith Solicitors, our team can help make changing and updating Wills easy. Make contact today and book an appointment with one of our legal experts.
