Business Details
Expert Will Writing & Estate Planning Services
Established as an independent Will Writing company in the North East, we specialise in providing tailored legal documentation services including Wills, Trusts, and Estate Planning. Our commitment to quality is underscored by our membership of the Society of Will Writers, which guarantees adherence to rigorous professional standards backed by 2.5 million professional indemnity insurance. We serve clients across County Durham, Northumberland, Tyne & Wear, and Teesside, offering flexible appointment options including home visits, evenings, and weekends to accommodate busy schedules. Our approach prioritises clear communication, ensuring clients fully understand their options while creating legally sound documents that reflect their unique circumstances.With extensive experience in estate planning strategies such as Home Protection Plans and Property Protection Trusts, we help clients safeguard assets against potential third-party claims while minimising tax liabilities. Our document storage service provides secure long-term preservation of Wills and important papers, and we partner with leading probate specialists to offer comprehensive estate administration support. We maintain transparent pricing structures and provide free initial consultations to ensure clients receive both expert guidance and practical solutions tailored to their specific needs.
Services
Will Writing
Estate Planning
Trust Creation
Lasting Power of Attorney
Severance of Joint Tenancy
Document Storage
Probate Services
Highlights and features
- Member of the Society of Will Writers with 2.5 million professional indemnity insurance
- Offer home visits and flexible evening/weekend appointments
- Specialise in asset protection strategies including Trusts and Home Protection Plans
- Provide secure document storage for Wills and legal papers
- Partner with leading probate specialists for estate administration support
Associations and certifications
- Society of Will Writers
What people say
Lovely friendly man
Professional and personable
Made everything straightforward
Explained in layman's terms
Home visits available
Services
Will Writing
We create legally binding Wills that ensure your assets are distributed according to your wishes. Our process involves detailed consultations to understand your specific circumstances, providing clear guidance on executor appointments, guardianship provisions, and tax-efficient distribution strategies. Clients receive comprehensive support through document drafting and witnessing procedures.
Estate Planning
Our estate planning services help protect your assets while minimising tax liabilities. We develop tailored strategies using Trusts and legal instruments to safeguard inheritances for vulnerable beneficiaries. Our expertise covers complex family dynamics and provides solutions for business owners and those with substantial property holdings across the North East region.
Trust Creation
We establish various Trust types including Property Protection Trusts and Discretionary Trusts to secure your assets. Our Trust solutions help protect inheritances from care costs, remarriage implications, and financial vulnerabilities. Each Trust is carefully structured to meet specific client needs while ensuring compliance with current legal requirements.
Lasting Power of Attorney
We facilitate creation of both Health & Welfare and Property & Finance Lasting Powers of Attorney. Our service ensures your chosen representatives can manage your affairs should you lose capacity, covering financial matters, medical decisions, and property management while maintaining legal validity.
Probate Services
Partnering with specialist probate providers, we offer comprehensive estate administration support. Our services include Inheritance Tax forms, asset distribution, property management, and debt settlement. We handle complex legal processes while providing fixed pricing and 24/7 case tracking for estates across the North East.
People
Chris Lamb
Director
Chris Lamb Will Writing Will Writing is an experienced Will Writing specialist with extensive knowledge of estate planning. He provides personalised legal documentation services across the North East, focusing on clear communication and client education. His approach combines professional expertise with accessible service delivery through home visits and flexible scheduling.
Questions
What areas do you cover?
We serve clients across County Durham, Northumberland, Tyne & Wear, and Teesside including Chester-le-Street, Durham, Newcastle, Gateshead, Sunderland, Washington, Consett, and Middlesbrough.
Do you offer home visits?
Yes, we provide home visits at your convenience with appointments available evenings and weekends to accommodate working clients across the North East region.
What qualifications do you hold?
We are members of the Society of Will Writers with £2.5 million professional indemnity insurance, ensuring adherence to professional standards and client protection.
How are your fees structured?
We operate transparent fixed pricing with free initial consultations. All costs are discussed upfront before any work commences, ensuring no unexpected charges.
How do you store completed documents?
We offer secure document storage for Wills and legal papers, protecting against fire, flood, and unauthorised access while ensuring easy retrieval when needed.
Can you help with existing Wills?
Yes, we review and update existing Wills to reflect current circumstances, ensuring legal validity and alignment with your current wishes and requirements.
