Should I Update My Will?

We would all like to think that once our will has been drafted and signed, we don't need to worry about it again. Unfortunately this is not always the case. The question is therefore, when do I need to update my will?

The converse of this is that often we believe we need to update our will when in fact we do not necessarily need to. This blog is designed to act as a checklist for anyone who wonders whether it might be time for a will review.

Circumstances when you must make a new will

1. You have entered a marriage or civil partnership since your previous will

If you have married or entered into a civil partnership since you last updated your will, this will cause your previous will to be revoked by your marriage. The only exception to this rule is if your existing will was made in contemplation of marriage or civil partnership and therefore explicitly states that any marriage or civil partnership will not revoke it. We would recommend you contact a