Solicitors make money out of sorting out the mess which many DIY Wills leave behind.
Our members don't have this conflict of interest.
Will Writers and Lawyers working together, setting news standards in estate planning
Why Use the British Academy of Lawyers and Estate Planners
(BALEP) was established in 2008 as an independent body representing professional Will Writers and the interests of the consumer. Who live in the UK Our Code of Practice, ethics and philosophy puts the consumer at the heart of our aims to ensure that through our membership you receive the very best of service.
The British Academy of Lawyers and Estate Planners members are Will-Writing specialists - not legal 'general practitioners'. Solicitors are not averse to people making their own Wills as they make more money out of sorting out the mess which many DIY Wills leave behind. Members of The British Academy of Lawyers and Estate Planners don't have this conflict of interest.
They deal almost exclusively with one area of law – succession planning - and as such, are best placed to offer specialist advice which ensures you receive the advice which is best for you. A full breakdown of the many benefits of using a The British Academy of Lawyers and Estate Planners member can be found alongside. members will also make you aware of the importance of appointing guardians should you have young children and executors and trustees to administer your estate.
All The British Academy of Lawyers and Estate Planners members are required to:
- hold Professional Indemnity Insurance to a minimum standard as directed by the Society and a minimum cover of £2m
- maintain a minimum of 16 CPD hours a year - that will involve structured training, attendance at groups and national meetings
- (BALEP) operates a stringent and robust membership application procedure and adhere to a strict Code of Practice
- all members by their acceptance as a member to (BALEP) agree to work to and abide by the Code of Practice
- all members have access to induction training and ongoing courses presented by (BALEP) and other outsourced training providers and tutors are drawn from the very best the legal profession can offer
- all members are fully supported by full unlimited technical advice and legal help to ensure that you receive the best service
- offer their clients the statutory 7 day cooling off period and must comply with all external legislation appertaining to trading practices.
We are a not for profits organisation.