Business Details
10 Years
experience
Trusted Will Writing & Estate Planning Services
Established in 2016, Chris Lamb Will Writing Will Writing has become a trusted provider of bespoke will writing and estate planning solutions across the North East of England. As a member of the Society of Will Writers, we adhere to rigorous professional standards backed by 2.5 million professional indemnity insurance. Our team specialises in creating tailored legal documents including Wills, Trusts, Lasting Power of Attorney, and Probate arrangements, serving clients in County Durham, Northumberland, Tyne & Wear, and Teesside. We prioritise accessibility through home visits, evening and weekend appointments, and remote consultations for clients outside our primary service area. Our commitment to transparency ensures fixed pricing with no hidden fees, while our client-centric approach focuses on simplifying complex legal processes through clear communication.With extensive experience in estate administration and document storage solutions, we provide comprehensive support to protect clients' assets and ensure their wishes are legally documented. Our reputation for professionalism and approachability has been built through hundreds of successful client interactions, reflected in our 5-star reviews on Facebook and Google. We combine technical expertise with compassionate service, offering peace of mind through meticulous attention to inheritance tax planning, family dynamics, and long-term asset protection.
Services
Will Writing
Estate Planning
Trust Creation
Lasting Power of Attorney
Probate Services
Document Storage
Details
- Year established: 2016
Highlights and features
- Member of the Society of Will Writers with 2.5m professional indemnity insurance
- Home visits available across County Durham and surrounding areas
- Flexible appointments including evenings and weekends
- Fixed pricing with complete transparency
- Proven expertise in complex estate planning and trust arrangements
Associations and certifications
- Society of Will Writers
What people say
Lovely friendly man
Professional and personable
Nothing was a trouble
Highly recommend
Easy to understand
Services
Will Writing
Our will writing service ensures your assets are distributed according to your wishes while minimising inheritance tax liabilities. We guide clients through creating legally binding documents that address guardianship, funeral wishes, and specific bequests. With home visits available across the North East, we make estate planning accessible and stress-free for individuals and families.
Lasting Power of Attorney
We help clients establish Lasting Power of Attorney arrangements to protect their interests in health and financial matters. Our experts explain the differences between property and welfare LPA options, ensuring clients understand their legal rights and responsibilities when appointing attorneys for future decision-making.
Trust Creation
Our trust creation service offers tailored solutions for protecting assets against care home fees, remarriage risks, and family disputes. We specialise in Property Protection Trusts, Discretionary Trusts, and Business Property Relief Trusts, helping clients preserve wealth for future generations while maintaining flexibility for changing circumstances.
Probate Services
We provide comprehensive probate services including inheritance tax returns, asset distribution, and legal documentation. Partnering with specialist administrators, we handle estate valuations, property sales, and debt settlement while offering ongoing support for complex tax planning and trust implementation during the administration process.
Document Storage
Our secure document storage protects vital legal papers from fire, flood, and tampering. We offer certified storage for Wills and estate documents with guaranteed retrieval processes, ensuring your executor can access critical information when needed while maintaining complete privacy until that time.
People
Chris Lamb
Director
Chris Lamb Will Writing Will Writing is a qualified will writing specialist with over a decade of experience in estate planning. He established his practice in 2016 after working with major legal firms, bringing a client-focused approach to will creation and trust management. Chris combines technical expertise with accessible communication, specialising in simplifying complex legal matters for clients across the North East.
Questions
What areas do you cover for home visits?
We provide home visits across County Durham, Northumberland, Tyne & Wear, and Teesside. For clients outside these areas, we offer phone or video consultations to discuss your will writing requirements.
How much does a basic Will cost?
We offer competitive fixed pricing for will writing services. While exact costs depend on individual requirements, we guarantee no hidden fees and provide transparent pricing during your initial consultation.
Can you help with updating an existing Will?
Yes, we specialise in reviewing and updating existing Wills to reflect changed circumstances. Our experts will assess your current document, identify potential issues, and implement necessary amendments while maintaining legal validity.
What happens if I need to store my Will securely?
We offer certified document storage with guaranteed retrieval processes. Your Will is stored securely against fire, flood, and unauthorised access, with clear procedures for executor access when required.
Do you offer emergency legal services?
While we don't provide emergency services, we prioritise urgent cases and can typically arrange appointments within 48 hours for clients requiring immediate assistance with Lasting Power of Attorney or other critical legal documents.
Reviews (6)
Ben McAdam
Oct 03, 2020
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Chris is a thorough professional whom explained the will and probate process in easy steps.
Id highly recommend Chris for any person(s) wishing to write their wills and all other services Chris offers. The prices are clear and affordable and as a member of a professional will writing association, you can be rest assured Chris will deliver a professional service throughout.
Id highly recommend Chris for any person(s) wishing to write their wills and all other services Chris offers. The prices are clear and affordable and as a member of a professional will writing association, you can be rest assured Chris will deliver a professional service throughout.
Rachel Shuttleworth
Jul 27, 2020
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness
Chris was professional throughout and made the complicated issues related to the will extremely easy to understand. I know its stored in safe hands. Many thanks Chris.
Chris was professional throughout and made the complicated issues related to the will extremely easy to understand. I know its stored in safe hands. Many thanks Chris.
Shez
Jan 05, 2020
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Chris wrote a Will and POA for an elderly relative who was hard of hearing. He was excellent, patient and understanding with her (and me as I made a bit of a mess of the details and names), and provided an excellent service. So much so, that myself and my Wife will be using Chris' services again for our own Will.
Louise Edwards
Dec 17, 2019
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Chris has recently written wills for my husband and I. Having started the process a few months ago, our busy lives took over and it took us some time to organise ourselves and complete them. Chris was patient and professional ensuring that we both understood everything as we went through the details.
Chris was contactable and answered questions we had promptly - both by email and text. The process was made even simpler with Chris visiting us in our home in the evening rather than us having to rush to an office during work hours. Would not hesitate to recommend to anyone considering a will.
Chris was contactable and answered questions we had promptly - both by email and text. The process was made even simpler with Chris visiting us in our home in the evening rather than us having to rush to an office during work hours. Would not hesitate to recommend to anyone considering a will.
Stephen Davis
Dec 07, 2019
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I asked Chris to come and see my mother as I recently used him to write my will and the customer service was second to none. She ended up getting her will and power of attorney done. Chris is extremely professional and patient. Thank you again for sorting everything with minimal fuss.
Lisa Mcnulty
Dec 24, 2017
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Chris sorted out a Will, Funeral Plan and POA for my Dad. We found him very professional and patient, he explained everything to us and kept us fully informed along the way. Dad is housebound but he came along to the house which was a real plus. Nothing was too much trouble and we could contact him anytime with any queries we had. A lovely man with excellent customer service and I would highly recommend Chris Lamb Will Writing Ltd to anyone.
