15 April 2026
When we think about wellbeing, we often focus on physical fitness, nutrition and mental resilience. Yet one important part of overall wellbeing is often overlooked – knowing that your personal affairs are organised and up to date.
Taking steps to put the right legal arrangements in place can bring a real sense of calm. It reduces uncertainty, protects the people you care about and ensures that, whatever happens, your wishes are clear.
Making or reviewing your Will
A Will is the foundation of getting your affairs in order. It sets out who should inherit your estate and allows you to appoint executors to manage matters after your death.
If you have children, your Will is also where you appoint guardians. Without a valid Will, your estate will be distributed under the intestacy rules, which may not reflect your intentions and can create additional stress for your family.
Even if you already have a Will, it is important to review it regularly. Marriage, divorce, buying property, starting a business or welcoming a new child or grandchild can all affect whether your Will still does what you want it to do. A simple review can ensure it remains fit for purpose.
Planning for loss of capacity
Many people assume that their spouse or adult children would automatically be able to make decisions on their behalf if they became unwell. In reality, this is not the case.
A Lasting Power of Attorney allows you to appoint trusted individuals to make decisions for you if you lose mental capacity. There are two types: one covering property and financial affairs, and another covering health and welfare.
Putting these documents in place is not just for later life. Illness or accidents can happen at any age. Having LPAs prepared ensures that decisions can be made smoothly and without unnecessary delay or cost.
Considering trusts and wider planning
For some families, getting affairs in order may also involve considering trusts. Trusts can help protect assets for children, support vulnerable beneficiaries or provide reassurance in blended families.
They can also form part of a broader inheritance tax strategy, depending on your circumstances. The right advice can help you understand whether a trust is appropriate and how it might work in practice.
A step towards peace of mind
Getting your affairs in order does not have to be daunting. Often, it begins with a straightforward conversation about your family, your assets and your wishes.
If you would like to review your Will, put Lasting Powers of Attorney in place or discuss wider estate planning, our Wills, Trusts and Probate team would be pleased to support you. A simple legal health check today can offer lasting peace of mind for you and your family.
For further information or advice, please contact Niamh Minihane on 01628 962262 or email niamh.minihane@blasermills.co.uk.