Will-writing services 'must have correct qualifications and insurance'

Will-writing services must be offered by firms that are appropriately qualified and covered in the event of unforeseen difficulties, it has been argued.

Liverpool-based civil litigation partner Kristina Stoddern claims there is an "ongoing problem" when it comes to inappropriate firms making wills for clients, suggesting more should be done to ensure consumers are helped by competent, reputable law practitioners, Click Liverpool reports.

While making a will poses a problem only for a very small minority, the legal specialist states people are unaware the same rules do not apply for all companies that offer will-writing services.

Ensuring a firm is well-known and trusted within the local community can be one way to find a high-quality solicitor, while checking whether there is a mechanism for complaint in the event something does go wrong may ensure Britons are covered for unexpected trouble.

The Cornishman revealed actor Timothy Spall recently spoke about the benefits of remembering a charity in will-writing and using a reputable firm may guarantee such wishes are carried out.