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Wills & Probate
About Lyons Bowe
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Call us: 01749 345 756info@lyonsbowe.co.uk
Postal Address: 54 High Street, Shepton Mallet, BA4 5AS
Planning for care to managing estates or setting up Powers of Attorney, we offer tailored support for older clients with dignity and clarity.
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Introduction
As we grow older, planning for the future becomes more important than ever. At Lyons Bowe, we offer a dedicated range of legal services for older clients, including Wills, LPAs, care planning, and estate advice. Our approachable solicitors understand the practical and emotional aspects of later life planning and work with you to make informed decisions that protect your wellbeing, dignity, and legacy. We offer patient, respectful support and clear, jargon-free guidance ensuring you and your loved ones are fully informed and legally protected.
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We begin by conducting a thorough assessment of the client's current and future needs.
We’ll help you by:
* Identifying financial, legal, and health considerations.
* Discussing preferences for future care and support.
* Arranging consultations with our elder law specialists.
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Developing a personalised plan to address the unique needs of older clients is essential.
We’ll help you by:
* Creating a comprehensive plan covering all aspects of care.
* Providing documentation for legal and financial matters.
* Assisting with decision making frameworks.
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Once the plan is finalised, we’ll guide you through the implementation process.
You can choose:
* Full implementation service.
* Or assistance with specific aspects of the plan.
We’ll schedule regular check-ins to ensure that the plan remains relevant and effective.
This stage may involve:
* Updating legal documents as needed.
* Adjusting care plans based on changes in health or circumstances.
* Regular financial reviews to ensure sustainability.
Legal support for older clients doesn’t have to be complicated or overwhelming. Our team is here to guide you through every step, with clarity, flexibility, and support, so you can protect the people and wishes that matter most.
We begin by conducting a thorough assessment of the client's current and future needs.
We’ll help you by:
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Developing a personalised plan to address the unique needs of older clients is essential.
We’ll help you by:
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Once the plan is finalised, we’ll guide you through the implementation process.
You can choose:
We’ll schedule regular check-ins to ensure that the plan remains relevant and effective.
This stage may involve:
Our Wills solicitors are here to make preparing for the future simple, so that you can be at ease in the present and enjoy it with confidence.
Your legal future is deeply personal, and we understand that. Whether you prefer the convenience of making your Will over a video call between putting the laundry on and doing the school run, or would rather visit us face-to-face to talk about things over tea and biscuits, the choice is yours. We’re committed to giving you a service that suits your lifestyle, your way.
Our firm works in an integrated, seamless structure. This means that if you’re dealing with a loved one’s estate whilst you make or update your own Will, all of our departments will work together and rally around you to support you in every way we can.
Whether you’re working out what to do after the death of a loved one, or planning to secure your family’s future, our Wills & Probate Solicitors will help you to make informed choices in a safe, supportive environment.
Choosing the right solicitor for your Will, LPA, Trust, or Probate needs is about more than just legal expertise, it is about finding a team you can trust to guide you through life's important moments with compassion, structure, and genuine support. At Lyons Bowe, we are proud to offer a Wills & Probate service that is built around real people, real futures, and real care.
Personal, Compassionate Service
We understand that planning for the future or managing the loss of a loved one can feel overwhelming. Our team takes the time to explain everything clearly, listen to your needs, and make the legal process as simple and supportive as possible.
Structured, Modern Approach
We have built a better way of delivering Wills & Probate services, combining structured workflows, smart digital tools, and clear next steps to keep everything on track and transparent.
Giving Back Through Every Will
Through our Lyons Bowe Charity Will Scheme, we help clients leave lasting legacies by supporting UK-registered charities, building a future that benefits not just families, but communities too.
Clear, Fair Fees
No surprises. We offer fixed-fee pricing wherever possible, and make sure you know exactly what to expect at every stage of the process.
Through the Lyons Bowe Charity Will Scheme, we also help clients create a legacy by offering you 50% off our standard Will-writing fees when you include a charitable gift whilst planning for your future.
It is part of our commitment to supporting causes that matter, and using legal services to make a real difference.
From online appointments, fixed-fee pricing to secure digital storage and registration with the National Will Register, everything we do is built around your peace of mind.
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Over £4 Million Pledged in 2024
Together with our clients, we have helped pledge over £4 million to charities through the Lyons Bowe Charity Will Scheme in 2024. Every pledge, no matter the size, is a step towards real change. Join thousands of others making a lasting difference through their Will.
Support Any UK-Registered Charity
With our scheme, you are free to leave a gift to any UK-registered charity of your choice. Whether it is a national organisation or a cause close to your heart, we make it easy to include a meaningful gift in your Will, on your terms.
Discounted Wills, Expert Support
When you leave a gift to charity in your Will, we will join your contribution by providing you with a 50% discount on our standard fees. Our experienced team will guide you through every step offering clear, compassionate advice to help you create a Will that reflects your wishes.
Forget the confusing lingo and overly wordy explanations. Our app makes sense of it all. Seamless, convenient and designed with you in mind.
Managing an estate after a death is never easy, but Lyons Bowe handled everything with complete professionalism and care. I would not hesitate to recommend their Probate services to anyone.
Michael Philip, Estate Administration
Darrell and the team were incredible. They guided us through setting up Wills and LPAs with clear advice and real personal warmth. Nothing was too much trouble. Highly recommend.
Anonymous Client, Wills & Lasting Powers of Attorney
Lyons Bowe made the whole process of writing my Will completely stress-free. Every step was explained clearly, handled professionally, and completed faster than I expected.
Richard Lewis, Will Writing
After losing a parent, I needed support with Probate. Lyons Bowe handled everything professionally and with real sensitivity, guiding me through every step.
Hugh, Probate Services
Darrell and the team were wonderful. They made writing our wills straightforward and even helped with advice on future tax planning.
Anonymous Client, Will Writing & Inheritance Planning
The whole process was clearly explained and handled with respect. I was kept updated at every stage and felt completely supported.
Richard Lewis, Will Writing
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Lyons Bowe offers a full range of legal services tailored to older clients, including wills, lasting powers of attorney, estate planning, trusts, probate, care home fee advice, and Court of Protection matters, ensuring peace of mind and compliance with UK law.
A will ensures your assets are distributed according to your wishes rather than UK intestacy rules. Lyons Bowe helps older clients draft clear and legally valid wills, protecting loved ones and avoiding future disputes.
LPAs allow you to appoint someone you trust to make decisions on your behalf if you lose mental capacity. Lyons Bowe’s solicitors prepare and register LPAs for both financial matters and health and welfare decisions.
Yes. Lyons Bowe advises older clients and their families on planning for care costs, protecting assets, and ensuring financial security in line with UK law and local authority assessments.
Lyons Bowe offers expert advice on inheritance tax planning, trusts, and multi-generational wealth management, ensuring estates are structured efficiently to protect family assets for the future.
Lyons Bowe supports families caring for vulnerable relatives through Court of Protection applications, deputyship orders, and safeguarding measures, ensuring decisions are made in their best interests.
Yes. Lyons Bowe understands that some older clients may have mobility issues and offers home, hospital, or care home visits to provide accessible legal advice wherever it is needed.
Lyons Bowe combines expertise, compassion, and clarity when working with older clients. Our solicitors ensure that every legal matter is handled with sensitivity, security, and in full compliance with UK law.
When the time comes, we’re here to make probate clear and respectful for your family. Our team guides them step-by-step, with transparency, care, and legal expertise built on experience.
Lyons Bowe is a trading name of Lyons Bowe Limited, a limited company registered in England & Wales (registered number OC11526226) which is authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority No. 652616. A list of Directors is available at our registered office 54 High Street, Shepton Mallet, Somerset, BA4 5AS
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