Business Details
16 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Will Writing & Legal Services in Bedfordshire
At Custom Wills, we believe in open, compassionate discussions about wills, probate, and lasting power of attorney. Established in 2010 by managing director Nicola Cameron, our family-run business combines over a decade of legal expertise with a commitment to accessible, client-focused service. Our team includes specialists in will writing, probate, and estate planning, with consultants covering Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Northamptonshire, Cambridgeshire, Norfolk, and Suffolk. We prioritise transparency, offering fixed pricing and free home visits to ensure clients fully understand their options without pressure.Our Society of Will Writers membership guarantees professional standards, while secure document storage and digital solutions like Skype consultations enhance convenience. We specialise in demystifying complex legal processes, helping clients protect assets, plan for incapacity, and ensure their wishes are respected. Our approach balances technical expertise with empathy, recognising the emotional sensitivity of end-of-life planning. With positive testimonials highlighting our patience and clarity, we aim to provide peace of mind through meticulous attention to detail and personalised guidance.
Services
Will Writing
Lasting Power of Attorney
Probate Assistance
Document Storage
Trusts and Estate Planning
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We offer free home visits with no obligation consultations
- Our fixed pricing ensures transparent, affordable legal services
- Society of Will Writers membership guarantees professional standards
- Secure document storage protects your original will indefinitely
- Skilled consultants cover Bedfordshire and surrounding counties
Associations and certifications
- Society of Will Writers
What people say
Friendly service
Professional approach
Peace of mind
Clear explanations
Convenient home visits
Services
Will Writing
Our will writing service ensures your assets are distributed according to your wishes. We offer comprehensive consultations to understand your specific needs, covering guardianship appointments, inheritance tax considerations, and contingency planning. With fixed pricing and free home visits, we make creating a legally binding will accessible and stress-free for clients across Bedfordshire and surrounding areas.
Lasting Power of Attorney
We specialise in establishing Lasting Powers of Attorney to protect your interests during incapacity. Our process includes capacity assessments, document preparation, and registration assistance with the Office of the Public Guardian. With expert guidance on both health/welfare and financial affairs LPAs, we ensure your chosen attorneys can act effectively when needed most.
Probate Assistance
Custom Probate Services handles complex estate administration tasks following bereavement. Our specialists assist with will validation, asset distribution, tax calculations, and legal documentation. From property transfers to HMRC compliance, we provide compassionate support to executors during difficult times, ensuring all legal obligations are met efficiently and accurately.
Document Storage
We offer flood and fireproof storage for original wills and important documents. Our service includes executor notifications, annual record updates, and free retrieval assistance. With local storage facilities and digital tracking systems, we guarantee quick access to critical documents when needed, providing additional security for your estate planning arrangements.
Trusts and Estate Planning
Our trust creation services help preserve family inheritances and manage tax liabilities. We advise on various trust structures to protect assets from care home fees, divorce settlements, and inheritance tax. With specialist legal partners, we design comprehensive estate plans that ensure your wealth benefits intended recipients while maintaining legal compliance and financial efficiency.
People
Nicola Cameron
Managing Director
Former insurance law specialist Nicola Cameron founded Custom Wills in 2010 after retraining with the Society of Will Writers. She leads our Bedfordshire-based team, combining legal expertise with compassionate client care to demystify will writing and estate planning processes.
Alan
Consultant
Alan provides expert will writing and estate planning advice across Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire. With extensive experience in probate matters, he offers practical guidance to ensure clients' legal documents accurately reflect their wishes while complying with current legislation.
James Lynch
Consultant
James Lynch previously served as our regional consultant covering Norfolk and Suffolk. He brought specialist knowledge of East Anglian estate planning requirements before his passing, having worked closely with Nicola to maintain service quality across our extended service area.
Nicky
Office Manager
Nicky manages day-to-day operations at our Biggleswade office. She coordinates home visits, maintains client records, and ensures smooth administrative support for our will writing and probate services, playing a vital role in our customer-focused approach.
Connell
Probate Specialist
Connell leads our probate services with accountancy background expertise. He handles complex estate administrations, tax calculations, and legal compliance matters for Custom Probate Services, providing professional support to executors during challenging times.
Questions
What areas do you cover for home visits?
We serve Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Northamptonshire, Cambridgeshire, Norfolk, and Suffolk with free home visits for will writing and estate planning consultations.
How much does a will cost?
Single wills start at £175, with mirror wills for couples at £320. We provide transparent pricing with no hidden fees for our will writing services.
Why do I need a lasting power of attorney?
An LPA ensures your chosen representatives can manage your affairs if you lose capacity, covering health decisions and financial matters with legal authority.
Can you help with probate administration?
Yes, our Custom Probate team handles estate administration tasks including tax calculations, asset distribution, and legal compliance to support executors during bereavement.
How are documents stored securely?
Original wills are kept in flood and fireproof storage with free annual updates. Executors receive access instructions and we guarantee document retrieval when needed.
Are your services available remotely?
We offer Skype and Zoom consultations for clients unable to meet in person, maintaining the same professional standards through digital platforms.
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