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Wills & Estate Planning Law

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At Frankland & Co. Solicitors (UK) LLP, wills and estate planning are approached with traditional professionalism: careful listening, disciplined drafting, and respectful handling of personal matters. Our role is to help you plan with confidence—ensuring your wishes are expressed clearly, your documents are consistent, and your estate is structured in a way that reflects your priorities.

We aim to keep the process calm and straightforward. We explain options in plain English, guide you through decisions step-by-step, and ensure the final documents are prepared properly and stored securely.

Who We Support

We advise individuals and families who wish to put a will in place for the first time, update an existing will following life changes, plan for the future with clear and practical arrangements, and reduce uncertainty while protecting family interests. Support is available through our London and Manchester offices, with remote consultations offered where appropriate.

When to Seek Advice

Clients often seek advice when experiencing significant life changes such as getting married, entering a civil partnership, separating, or divorcing, having children or changing guardianship wishes, or buying property or experiencing substantial asset changes. Updates are also common when a beneficiary's circumstances change, an executor is no longer suitable, clearer instructions are needed to reduce the risk of disagreement, or when an existing will is old, unclear, or no longer reflects current intentions.

What We Advise On

Our wills and estate planning services

Contract Drafting and Review

Our work encompasses the full spectrum of commercial contract services, from initial drafting to comprehensive review and negotiation. We regularly advise on terms and conditions for the supply of goods and services, service agreements, statements of work, consultancy arrangements, and agency or distribution agreements. We also handle the contractual aspects of commercial leases and licence agreements, as well as variation agreements and contract amendments to reflect evolving business relationships.

Risk Protection and Confidentiality

Protecting your commercial interests is central to our approach. We draft and review non-disclosure agreements, confidentiality provisions, and appropriate non-compete clauses to safeguard sensitive information and business relationships. Our expertise extends to structuring limitation of liability clauses, indemnities, and risk allocation mechanisms that balance protection with commercial practicality. We also ensure termination clauses and notice provisions are clear, enforceable, and aligned with your strategic objectives.

Business Arrangements and Dispute Resolution

Beyond individual contracts, we support clients in establishing structured business arrangements, including partnership agreements that clearly document roles and responsibilities. We develop business-to-business contract packs and template libraries for consistent, efficient use across repeat transactions, alongside policies and processes designed to improve consistency and reduce the likelihood of disputes. When contract interpretation becomes contentious, we provide early assessment of your rights and options, develop negotiation and settlement strategies where appropriate, and offer robust support should a dispute escalate to require formal legal steps.

Costs — Clear Information from the Outset

Our fees reflect the complexity of your agreement, the urgency involved, and whether negotiation is required. Straightforward tasks, such as reviewing a short agreement, may be suitable for a fixed fee, while more complex drafting and negotiation work is typically handled on a time basis. From the outset, we confirm the scope and fee basis clearly, provide estimates or fee ranges where appropriate, and explain any likely third-party costs. Should the scope of work change materially during the matter, we keep you fully informed to ensure transparency and avoid unexpected costs.

Thoughtful planning. Clear drafting. Protection for what matters most.

A well-prepared will and a considered estate plan provide clarity and protection—for you and for those you care about. We offer measured guidance on wills and estate planning, ensuring documents are drafted properly, intentions are recorded clearly, and practical steps are taken to reduce uncertainty in the future.

Contact

  • 18 Finsbury Square, London EC2A 1AH, United Kingdom
  • info@franklanduk.com
  • +44 (203) 051 5564