The new year is often a time to look forward and to fulfil those things we have been putting off in the previous year. It is a surprising statistic that over half the adult population of the UK does not have a valid will, potentially causing expense and distress to those closest to us in the event of death.

Those with young families should consider the appointment of guardians for children and business owners should give thought to what would happen to their business if they were to die without making the appropriate arrangements by way of a will. There is no substitute for a professionally drafted will and at MacLachlan we are always pleased to discuss related aspects such as inheritance tax planning and powers of attorney when dealing with wills.

For more information contact Joanna Hoskinson at the Sherborne Office on 01935 817736 or Andrew Traill at the Gillingham Office on 01747 822103 or click here.