Keeping Your Documents Secure

Missing the original Will can be costly. The recent case of Blyth v Sykes [2019] shows the importance of storing your Will and related documents prudently.

The case concerned Mrs. Moore’s original Will. It was unknown whether the Will was lost or destroyed.

If lost, then a certified copy would govern the estate. If purposefully destroyed, then the Will would be presumed revoked.

The case was eventually decided against the presumption to revoke and so a copy of the original was indeed allowed.

To find this conclusion, a lengthy, costly, emotionally draining, inter familial legal dispute had to take place. This led the Judge, Lord Hoffman, to criticise the solicitors for failing to keep accurate records.

Allow us to ensure your times of grief are not needlessly complicated by legal expense. Allow My Estate Online to provide secure storage and precise records.

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