Welcome

My name is Bill Ryan. I am a lawyer now working as a Legal Consultant specialising in Wills, Trusts and Estate Planning for Your Will Matters.

Bill Ryan

I am a member of the Institute of Professional Willwriters, an Affiliate of the Society of Will Writers and a Commissioner for Oaths.

You can me on 01225 582582 or 07942 959599.

First, my husband died now I must sue my children

Just two days before millionaire businessman Mark Butler died after a protracted battle with cancer, he made his will leaving everything to his wife Taryn. He was fortified by knowing that at least she and their two young children, would be well provided for.

He wanted them to stay in the family home in London, valued [...]

Should I gamble on My Will ?

Well if you are betting on the Grand National that would be a good bet according to the bookmakers.

If it’s a gamble on doing a DIY Will that is another matter. You can save a bit of money now but the cost to your family in terms of emotional turmoil and potential disputes could be [...]

Did you hear the Goughs advert on Heart radio in Wiltshire ?

A local solicitor called Goughs has a number of offices in the Wiltshire area at Chippenham, Corsham, Melksham, Calne, Devizes and Trowbridge. They arre currently advertising their services on Heart radio. This includes their Wills and Probate service which they suggest will save you money.

I am not going to disagree with them that making [...]

If You Die Will it Kill Your Business ?

Running a business involves the use of your skills, your judgement and planning. So you can achieve your business goals. When thinking of your Will and how to deal with your business interests think about these questions:

What would happen to my business if I died tomorrow ?
Who would then make decisions about the business?
Would [...]

Intestate Somerset farmer leaves a right mess!

David Thorner, 58, from Wookey, near Wells, worked unpaid for his father’s cousin, Peter Thorner, at Steart Farm, Cheddar, for 30 years. For 15 years David also helped care for his then frail relative. Peter died intestate in 2005 having revoked an earlier will under which David would have inherited the farm.

Last year Judge John [...]

Welcome to Your Will Matters News

Welcome to Your Will Matters News. You will find up to date information and advice in relation to about planning your estate.

Too many people do not have a Will but ‘fully’ intend to sort one out soon. There are many good reasons to have a will and many more for having one that will do [...]