How Do I Protect My Will From Destruction?

mrobsessed

Hi All,

I'm thinking of writing a will and want to know how I can ensure that it is still accessible when I die. For example, if I wrote my will out got it witnessed, etc it is still useless unless it can be produced after my death - if I died in a fire and it was destroyed at the same time (or just lost), it's useless.

Can I get the document put in a safe place where it will be found when I die? Who offers such a service and what mechanisms exist that make sure that the will is produced when I die? Can I create multiple copies so as to avoid loss of the will?

Any help on this would be appreciated.
Mr O

HappyMJ

You can make multiple copies of the same document and/or you could store a copy or the original with your solicitor (who will charge).

mrobsessed

Thanks.

How will the solicitor know to produce the will when I die?

NAR

Purchase a small fire proof safe for the original and other important documents and let it be known that your will is in the safe.

RAS

Hi

the Probate Regisiry will take and hold a will for safe keeping for the princely sum of about £15