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Is Your Will Up To Date? Here’s Why It Matters

03 March 2025

This Update Your Will Week (3rd – 9th March 2025), we’re joining The Association of Lifetime Lawyers to raise awareness around the importance of keeping wills up to date.

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A will isn’t just a legal document – it’s your voice, your wishes and your legacy. Yet many people don’t realise how quickly life changes, which can make an old will outdated and vulnerable to being challenged.

Why keeping your will updated is essential

Your will ensures that your money, property, and possessions go to the right people.

But when was the last time you checked yours? Without an up-to-date will:

Think of your will as a living document. It should evolve as your life does.

When should you update your will?

It’s best practice to review your will every five years or after any major life event, such as:

Need to make or update your will?

If it’s been a while since you last looked at your will – or you don’t have one yet – now is the time to take action.

At Aldridge Brownlee Solicitors, our Accredited Lifetime Lawyers offer specialist expertise in later-life legal matters. They provide personalised support with care, empathy, and attention to detail, ensuring your wishes are clearly documented and legally protected.

We aim to make the process simple, stress-free, and tailored to you, so you can plan for the future with confidence.

Don’t wait until it’s too late, ensure your future wishes are in place today.

If you need to make or update your will, contact our team for expert advice.


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