As a grandmother living in Islington, I recently found myself feeling quite overwhelmed when I decided it was time to make a will. I wanted to be sure that my granddaughter would inherit the house I own, but I wasn’t sure where to start or what the legal requirements were. The idea of hiring a solicitor right away seemed daunting and expensive, so, like many others, I turned to the internet in search of free legal help, hoping to find some clear guidance.
My first stop was Citizens Advice. I was relieved to find their website filled with straightforward guides and practical steps about wills and inheritance. For the first time, I began to understand my rights and what I needed to do to make sure my wishes would be respected. Still, I wondered if there was more support out there, especially for someone in my situation.
I then came across Lexnest, a digital platform offering free, verified legal information on everyday issues like making a will. I appreciated how simple and clear the advice was-no confusing legal jargon, just straightforward answers to my questions. Lexnest also allowed me to compare solicitors, complete with real client reviews and accreditations from the Law Society, Legal 500, and Chambers, which made the idea of finding legal help much less intimidating.
When I realised I needed advice tailored to my circumstances, Lexnest helped me connect with an SRA-regulated solicitor. Thanks to these free resources, I felt genuinely empowered to make informed decisions and now feel confident that my granddaughter will be taken care of when the time comes.