Will Writing in Kent | Fees Guide for Kent Solicitors

There are several key elements that are vital to take into account when writing a Will. One of the most important decisions to make is whether you will need the help of a professional will-writing service, either through a solicitor or a specialised Will-writing company. While it is certainly possible to write a Will yourself using a DIY template, it is recommended that you use professional help to ensure this important document is properly put together.

If you do choose to seek professional help, it is worth knowing that many solicitors offer home visit consultations – perfect for elderly people who might struggle to get to an office. We strongly recommend that you take some time choose a service that is right for your family.

Here, Age Space has listed some of the many Will-writing services available to you in Kent, alongside their prices for a single and mirror Will, where possible.

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What Solicitors Charge in Kent for Writing a Will

Casey & Associates

Casey and Associates are a specialised Will-writing and Estate Planning company that also are able to provide their services through home visits if you are unable to visit their office in Edenbridge. They are able to store the Will safely for you for a small monthly fee.

Standard Single Will: £310 + VAT
Standard Mirror Will: £520 + VAT

Telephone: 01732 868190
Address: 2 Fircroft Business Centre, Fircroft Way, Edenbridge, Kent, TN8 6EN
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Fitzgibbons & Co.

The Will-writing service provided by law firm Fitzgibbons and Co. is available across Kent via home visits, or from their office in Croydon. Fitzgibbons & Co. can also offer home visit consultations.

Standard Single Will: £140 +VAT
Standard Mirror Will: £200 + VAT

A home visit costs an additional £50 + VAT.

Telephone: 0808 100 2467
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Girlings

Girlings offer Will-writing services from their offices in Ashford, Canterbury and Herne Bay. They can provide advice on Inheritance Tax and other complexities that may arise when making a Will.

Standard Single Will: £325 + VAT
Standard Mirror Will: £425 + VAT

Ashford

Telephone: 01233 664711
Address: Girlings Ashford, 35-41 Stourside Place, Station Road, Ashford, Kent, TN23 1PP

Canterbury

Telephone: 01227 768374
Address: Girlings Solicitors, 16 Rose Lane, Canterbury, Kent, CT1 2UR

Herne Bay

Telephone: 01227 367 355
Address: Girlings Solicitors, 45 William Street, Herne Bay, Kent, CT6 5NR

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Hallett & Co.

Hallett and Co.’s will-making service can be provided from their Ashford office or through home visits (for a small charge). They provide a comprehensive and personal service with will-storage facilities provided for no additional cost.

Single Standard Will: £300 + VAT

Telephone: 01233 625 711
Address: Monument Way, Orbital Park, Ashford, Kent, TN24 0HB
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Heritage Will Writers

Heritage Will Writers specialise in bespoke Will-writing services and offer home-visits across Kent and Medway or remote consultations via zoom, telephone or email. Alternatively, they have an ‘Online Will Writing‘ option that is suitable for straightforward Wills and has a 40% discount on standard Will prices. They will remain in contact with you throughout the process in order to finalise the Will.

Standard Single Will: £125
Standard Mirror Will: £190

Telephone: 01634 365735
Email: [email protected]
Address: 5 Elder Court, Wigmore, Gillingham, Kent, ME8 0EA
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Interwill

Based in Folkestone, Interwill offers a personal Will-writing service through home visits or at their office. They are able to store the Will and offer a free, initial phone consultation to talk about what specific options are suitable for your elderly relative.

Telephone: 0800 1313 050
Address: Office 11, Romney Marsh Business Hub, Mountfield Road, New Romney, Kent, TN28 8LH
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SLS Wills & More

SLS Wills and More can provide, as their name suggests, Will writing services and more across several locations in East Kent (there is a full list of locations on their website). SLS are a member of the Society of Will Writers and are part of the ‘age-friendly business scheme’.

Standard Single Will: £175

Telephone: 01304 577 998
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Whitehead Monckton

Whitehead Monckton offer will-writing services from their three offices in Kent – in Canterbury, Maidstone and Tenterden. Their website can helpfully take you through questionnaires to help you select the right will writing service for your elderly relative. A document outlining their Standard Will Service can be found here.

Single Standard Will: £300