Wills and Power of Attorney: what to expect in 2023

Look back on 2022, did you achieve all you set out to do? Chances are we have put off some goals for yet another year – don’t let arranging your Will or Power of Attorney be among them.

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Every adult in Scotland should have a Will, while a Power of Attorney is now more important than ever. Often both essential legal documents are on the to-do list but are put off until a later date. Why not make this your New Year’s resolution for 2023? And if you do, you will benefit from a very special POA price, which has 20% off until February 1.

Tony Marchi, principal at ILAWS Scotland, said: “At this time of year many people set New Year’s resolutions, however, most of these resolutions last for about three weeks.

“We are inviting people to set the resolution of writing a Will or arranging Power of Attorney as this one will last a lifetime!

“This is a New Year’s resolution you CAN achieve and it is sustainable.

“So, contact ILAWS before the end of the month and take advantage of the special prices which have been extended until February 1.”

How to write a Will

If you have a Will, or would like to update one, it is a very straightforward process that does not involve any complications. All you have to do to write a Will in 2023 is contact ILAWS Scotland. They will make the arrangements for you, using easy-to-understand language with no legal jargon. Before you contact them, think about your property, estate and any prized possessions you have. Who would you like to benefit when you are no longer here?

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Clients of ILAWS – which has a 5-star rating on TrustPilot – speak of the ease of the process and the peace of mind writing a Will gives them.

How much does it cost to write a Will?

Writing a simple Will costs less than you think – ILAWS can arrange yours for just £40 (plus vat, total cost £48). Is it time to put arrangements in place so your family and loved ones benefit?

Why should I have Power of Attorney?

A Power of Attorney allows you to put arrangements in place so that a nominated loved one, like a partner or spouse, can make important decisions for you when you are unable to. Here’s more about what a Power of Attorney can and cannot do.

How much does it cost to arrange Power of Attorney?

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Like writing a Will, arranging a Power of Attorney is easier – and cheaper – than you think. ILAWS is always working hard to give clients the best service at the most affordable cost and so has introduced a special discount – which will run until February 1.

Normally, a Power of Attorney (or POA) costs £240 plus the Scottish Courts registration fee of £83 (total £323). ILAWS has reduced this price by 20%. It is available to everyone who contacts ILAWS between now and February 1. This brings the cost down to just £192 plus £83 registration fee, total: £275.

Want to get your plans in place in 2023?

Here’s how to get your Will, Power of Attorney or Protected Property Trust set up. ILAWS can also help with protecting your home from being sold to pay for care home fees. Read more about this and the care home fees situation in Scotland.

There are three options available to you:

1. At home?
   If you wish to arrange for a representative from ILAWS to come to your home, then call ILAWS on this freephone number 0800 049 9688 to arrange an appointment or you could send an email with a note of your availability to: info@ilawsscotland.co.uk
2. Over the phone?
   You can discuss your plans over the phone if you call 0800 049 9688. Ask to speak to a representative from ILAWS who can advise you on the best course of action. Paperwork can be posted out and sent back to ILAWS.
3. In ILAWS office?
   ILAWS has offices all over Scotland in:Bath Street, Glasgow, G2 4LR
   Corstorphine Road, Edinburgh, EH12 6DD
   Midholm House, 2 Hillview Drive, Clarkston, G76 7JD
   Thistle Street, Aberdeen, AB10 1XZ

For more information on arranging a Power of Attorney or writing a Will in 2023, visit ILAWS Scotland.