Why half of all wills created may not truly reflect your wishes There is a comforting belief that once you have written a Will, the job is done. Your wishes are clear, your family is protected, and everything will pass as intended. Unfortunately, the reality is more complicated than that. Based on current UK data, it is reasonable to estimate that around half of all existing Wills may be vulnerable to a problem known as sideways disinheritance. It is not widely understood, bu

Mirror Wills are one of the most common types of Wills used by married couples. They are simple, easy to understand, and in many situations they work perfectly well. But in some circumstances, mirror Wills can lead to very serious unintended consequences, including children being disinherited entirely. That is why it is important to understand not just how mirror Wills work, but also where the risks lay. What are mirror Wills? Mirror Wills are usually made by couples and are