Trusted Wills and Probate Solicitors in Cheshire

Planning for the future or dealing with the loss of a loved one can be overwhelming, especially when important legal and financial matters need attention. At AFG Law, our highly experienced wills and probate solicitors in Cheshire offer clarity, reassurance, and expert guidance at every stage.

We understand that these decisions can come at a difficult time, and our goal is to give you complete peace of mind while protecting the people who matter most.

Making a will is one of the most important steps you can take. It ensures that your wishes are respected, your family members are supported, and your property is passed on according to your preferences. Our team takes the time to get to know your circumstances and create clear, legally valid documents tailored to you.

We also provide a full range of services in estate administration, helping executors and personal representatives to manage everything from obtaining a grant of probate to preparing estate accounts, resolving debts, and calculating tax liabilities.

Whether you are an executor, administrator, or beneficiary, our approachable team can guide you through the entire probate process with professionalism and care.

Why writing a will is so important

A well-prepared will is more than legal formality; it is the starting point for clear, reliable estate planning. It allows you to:

• Name executors and other personal representatives to handle your affairs.
• Appoint guardians for your children.
• Make provision for a spouse, civil partner, or someone you are living with.
• Leave gifts or charitable donations.
• Set out funeral wishes and instructions.

Without a valid will, you die intestate, and the estate is distributed under the intestacy rules of England and Wales. This can mean that unmarried partners, stepchildren, or close friends receive nothing, regardless of your intentions. Preparing a proper will ensures that your estate is divided exactly as you want, and that your loved ones are spared unnecessary complications.

Will writing, trusts, and tax planning

Our team of Cheshire based probate lawyers and will-writing experts can advise on the following:

• Selecting reliable executors and guardians.
• Drafting bespoke wills to reflect family dynamics.
• Creating trusts to protect children, vulnerable relatives, or to preserve assets.
• Inheritance and tax planning, helping reduce exposure to inheritance tax and other tax liabilities.
• Preparing legal documents such as Lasting Powers of Attorney, giving someone you trust the authority to act on your behalf should you lose capacity.

Working with experienced practitioners will provide you with peace of mind that your will is robust, and that arrangements for your estate, trusts and probate, and future care are properly documented.

Understanding estate administration and probate

After someone dies, their estate must be collected, valued, and distributed, a process known as estate administration. If a valid will is in place, the executor typically needs to apply for a grant of probate to access bank accounts, sell property, and deal with investments. Where there is no will, personal representatives can apply for letters of administration instead.

Our Cheshire based wills and probate solicitors provide a complete probate service, handling every aspect of the process, including:

• Registering the death and locating any will.
• Valuing property, savings, investments, and personal effects.
• Calculating and paying inheritance tax and other tax liabilities.
• Settling outstanding debts and liabilities.
• Preparing detailed estate accounts.
• Distributing the estate to beneficiaries.

We aim to make the administration as smooth as possible, offering clear timescales and practical solutions so you can focus on supporting your family members.

Support with probate matters and the Court of Protection

Probate often raises complex issues, especially where there are decisions about vulnerable individuals. We assist clients with a wide range of probate matters, such as:

• Advising on situations where someone has died intestate.
• Applications to the Court of Protection for decisions on behalf of people who lack mental capacity.

Why Choose AFG Law for Wills and Probate in Cheshire?

Our approach is personal, clear, and practical. We combine extensive legal knowledge with a commitment to supporting our clients through challenging circumstances. As trusted wills and probate solicitors, we deliver services ranging from straightforward wills to complex trusts and probate planning.

We understand that dealing with probate matters often coincides with grief, and we aim to shoulder the legal burden so you can concentrate on what is most important, your family and future.

Whether you need advice on writing a will, assistance with estate administration, our Cheshire team is here to support you. We provide an efficient, professional service while treating every client with compassion and respect.

For expert advice on wills and probate processes, please get in touch with our team today via email at PrivateClientDept@afglaw.co.uk or speak to one of our experts on the phone at 01204 920106.