Changing attitudes in our society mean that many couples are choosing not to marry or enter a civil partnership.
The importance of having a valid Will that is fit for purpose is not to be underestimated. In the UK Will Writing is an unregulated profession – this means that anybody can write a Will, whether it be for themselves, or for somebody else.
The Society of Will Writers and Estate Planning Practitioners, often referred to as the SWW is a not for profit organisation who regulates its members.
In light of the recent YouGov survey 63% of the UK adult population don’t have a valid Will. This figure is down on the statistic that we have previously seen bandied around (circa 2011) which suggested that the figure was closer to 67%.
Section 18 of the Wills Act 1987 (as substituted by s18(1) of the Administration of Justice Act 1982) states that the marriage or civil partnership of a Testator automatically revokes any will that was made before that marriage.
Those entering the Will Writing industry with little or no experience are often shocked by the magnitude of work and liability they can be faced with when they take on clients. It’s not just a case of writing their Will or assisting with an LPA.
The Society of Will Writers turns 23 this year! In April of 1994 five gentleman including the current Director General, Brian McMillan started a trade association for Will Writers.
Ever wondered about regulation in the Will Writing industry?
You could of course write your own Will. In fact, high street stationary shops will even sell you a kit to enable you to do so.
You could spend hours on the internet reading philosophical statements about making your life better and making yourself successful.
The Society of Will Writers is a non-profit making self-regulatory organisation whose primary objectives are the advancement, education and ethical standards within the will writing profession.
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