Will Readings - Do they actually happen?
20 Jan 2010
There is a myth that a "Will reading" takes place when somebody dies and all potential beneficiaries gather together to listen to the contents of the Deceased's Will. Many of you will have seen the recent Will reading at the Queen Vic in EastEnders and wonder whether this still actually takes place. The simple answer is no! The closest you may come to a Will reading is usually when the Executors meet a solicitor to go through the contents of the Will and to discuss the administration of the estate. Depending on the circumstances beneficiaries may sometimes be sent a copy of the Will or be told of their interest in the estate during the course of the administration. Therefore, whilst the Will reading in the recent episode of EastEnders was compelling viewing, the reality is far different.
However, as with the Mitchell family, disputes between families can arise in respect of the Deceased's Will and more and more claims are being made by disappointed beneficiaries in respect of the validity of the Deceased's Will. Inheritance Act claims can also be made by family members or dependents of the Deceased depending on a variety of factors. If you do have any questions in respect of making a claim against a Deceased's estate or want to question the validity of the Will then please contact:
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Tunbridge Wells: |
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Edward Chivers |
01892 502352 |
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Cranbrook : |
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Graham Edwards |
01892 502306 |
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Dartford : |
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Jill Trailor |
01892 502304 |
Related links - The challenges being challenging a Will