Adults without a will: seek specialist advice (Asian Voice) (21 August 2018)

Caroline Roche, Wills and Probate solicitor and Director at Duncan Lewis, has written for Asian Voice on the recent results of the Kings Court Trust survey which reveals that more than half of adults do not have a will. The figures also suggest that there is a growing trend of individuals seeking out other means to draft their will, including online services, which risks the will proving to be invalid upon the death of the testator. She reminds that it is important for those looking to have their will drafted to seek out qualified regulated services to ensure that they will be protected should there be any problems with the will. She states: ‘Instructing a solicitor can offer greater protection in that regard. The most prudent approach for anyone considering making a will is to instruct a specialist solicitor and ideally to make a will before awaiting a triggering event such as illness.’