What can make a will invalid?

There are a number of things that could render a will invalid. It’s important to know what these are so you can rectify these mistakes if you need to, to ensure your will is correct, legal and valid.

Your will may be invalid if:

It’s been signed incorrectly
It’s been destroyed
It’s been illegally altered
The person who made the will lacked mental capacity at the time of creation
The person who made the will was put under pressure or coerced
It’s incoherent
It lacks clarity
Negligence of the solicitor who drafted the will – incorrect advice.

What to do if you think you know of an invalid will

If you think your will is invalid, you can rectify it. If you think the will of someone who has passed away is invalid, you can contest the will or create a claim for negligence.

Contact us if you’re worried about the validity of your will, and we will provide you with professional and compassionate assistance.