
For the third instalment of the speaker features, we want to introduce you to Antony Brinkman, Chair of the Professional Standards Board.

For the third instalment of the speaker features, we want to introduce you to Antony Brinkman, Chair of the Professional Standards Board.

The instruction taking process for Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney can be a timely and sensitive process for clients. For this reason, it is important to have a good and trusting relationship with your clients where they feel comfortable that their wishes are being listened to and implemented in their estate planning documents, where possible.

Recent reports have highlighted a significant increase in probate delays across England and Wales, with some estates taking far longer than expected to administer.

“Legal Corner” is our semi-regular feature where the Technical Team pick out a small selection of recent queries to publish. This time it’s three quick-fire questions relating to severing tenancies. All queries have been anonymised where necessary.

Being a member of the Society of Will Writers comes with a range of practical benefits that support you, your business, and your clients. Whether you’re just starting out or more established, membership is designed to help you build trust, develop professionally, and feel supported in what you do.

We are thrilled to officially announce the launch of the 2026 SWW Conference, which marks the 30th running of The Society of Will Writers flagship event. This year’s conference takes place on 5th and 6th of October, once more at The Hilton East Midlands Airport Hotel.

As the insurance partner for the Society of Will Writers, Marsh Commercial support members throughout the entire claims process. The variety of claims we assist with highlight the unique challenges and risks faced by will writers.

It is of vital importance to us at The Society of Will Writers (SWW) that our standards remain the highest in the estate planning profession. Central to this commitment is our annual audit process.

The SWW Professional Standards Board is pleased to announce a new suite of template documents designed for the appointment of Locums. Under Section 2.13 of the SWW Code of Practice, maintaining a succession plan or locum arrangement is a mandatory condition of membership. While this has always been a requirement, we are now providing a...

The Office of the Public Guardian (OPG) has issued confirmation on significant changes to the way applications for remission and exemptions of LPA and EPA registration fees will be assessed and processed.