Gloucester
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Working with The Land Registry, The Office of the Public Guardian and adhering to the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (S.T.E.P) standards, this provides us with all of the resources required to assist every client, whether they require a Will, a Trust Will, Powers of Attorney or a simple review and restructure of their property ownership, for their peace of mind for future years.
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128 customer reviews
Alison Bramley
Wills and Estate Planning
It’s not an easy subject to discuss but, Darren was very personable and made everything easy to understand. He was extremely professional and with his guidance the process was painless. I would recommend DPS to anyone. Great result at a reasonable cost. More...
Pauline pensom
Wills and Estate Planning
Darren Smith was a perfect fit for us. A true gentleman and totally professional.
Sandy & Laurie Bennett
Darren helped myself and my husband update our wills recently. He’s extremely helpful, professional and knowledgeable and he explains everything clearly. He’s a pleasure to work with and I highly recommend his services. More...
John & Cathreine Sweeney
Wills and Estate Planning
We found Daren very helpful and nothing was to much trouble he answered all questions and would recommend him and have done to other friends
Keith Howard
Wills and Estate Planning
Darren was polite and attentive as I waded through a number of companies wanting to provide a new trust and update will. He quickly understood our needs and was quick to provide draft documents for our review. Darren has a very friendly working style and one which made the whole process very straightforward. Would definitely recommend Darren for legal services. More...
Stuart Walters
Wills and Estate Planning
I have to say, the service provided by Darren was exceptional first of all, he is not a salesman but a true professional. The advice he gives is in understandable language and we felt completely comfortable and confident that in the inevitable event of our passing, our estate will fall into the hands of our loved ones
. Having said that, his promise of the annual will review means that should circumstances change nothing is set in stone.
Great service Darren and not the astronomical fee that you would think.
Highly recommend.
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Brian
Wills and Estate Planning
Darren was a pleasure to work with for preparing wills for my wife and myself. He was very helpful with explaining everything we needed to know, providing some helpful ideas for estate planning and efficiently preparing the documents with clear instructions. We look forward to working with Darren for years to come on our estate planning. More...
Wendy Campbell
Darren provided an excellent professional service and advice when we decided to update our wills that will benefit all relevant parties for the future. I would recommend his services.
Dr Michael Heath
Wills and Estate Planning
Wills, and Powers of Attorney can be very confusing items, so it was a pleasure for my wife and I to meet Darren Smith, who made the processes for all of these items both eminently understandable and painless. Darren was available to respond to our queries at all times, in a professional and very friendly way, that provided us with great confidence in the processes he directed. I have no hesitation at all in recommending Darren and his colleagues to carry out any of his services, and feel that like ourselves once any business is in his hands, one can confidently relax in the knowledge that it will be expertly dealt with, and in a most friendly way. More...
Becki Shields
Wills and Estate Planning
Darren is very knowledgeable and gives you all the facts for you to make a decision. He has helped me with changing my will a number of time and is very prompt in responding and sending information! I would 100% recommend Darren if you need a will or anything else. He is also very reasonable More...
T Church
Excellent Service from beginning to end.
Clare Howell
From start to finish Darren has provided us with a highly professional and personal service of the highest standard. I feel he has gone above and beyond to assist my father in setting up his Will and Power of Attorney. All dealings with Darren have been prompt, informative and friendly, putting Dad and I at ease and instilling confidence. It's been an absolute pleasure. I have already recommended DPS Wills and Probate to other members of my family, and business contacts had my own Will written as a direct result of our experience. I will continue to recommend this company with utmost confidence. More...
Jo Hixson
Wills and Estate Planning
Absolutely fantastic 5 star, DPD Wills and Probate. Darren wasn’t pushy, very knowledgeable, so efficient and his service was faultless, nothing too much trouble. He made everything so easy to fill in. Annual review service for no extra charges. Everything taken care of, easy to understand and honest. Highly recommend Darren and excellent rates. More...
john sweeney
Wills and Estate Planning
we are in the process of using DPS Wills and Probate we are talking with Darren who is very understanding with the problems getting our family together to complete our needs, he is very pleasant to deal with and we hope to complete our needs very soon
Clive Holmes
Wills and Estate Planning
It was extremely easy to work with this company. Communication was good throughout the process and useful advice was given during the face to face meeting. Definitely worth the effort.
Tyrone askew
Do’s wills & probate/ Darren smith
We chose the above for our land registration and wills and probate.
My father and I worked with Darren and he was excellent to work with.
Patient and kind and thoughtful. He gave excellent advice. Since we have worked with him and recommended his services. I highly recommend him.
Tyrone & David Askew
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Karen Heyworth-Taylor
Darren responded to my initial enquiry swiftly. He was extremely helpful and professional. DPS Wills also contact you annually to check if anything has changed which will be an extremely useful prompt in our busy lives. I would certainly recommend his services. More...
Melloney Arnett
Wills and Estate Planning
If looking for a professional and efficient service to organise your will and testament then browse no further. Darren at 'DPS Wills and Probate' is your man! In the comfort for your own home in person or via zoom you meet, discuss, draft and re-draft as often as one requires until you, the customer, are satisfied. Darren is exemplary in his service as no question goes unanswered and he ensures total peace of mind. Thank you Darren, for putting my mind at rest! You deserve every recommendation to family, friends and simply anyone browsing for info on the high quality service you provide. More...
Philippa
Wills and Estate Planning
This is the first time I’ve had a will and Darren has been so helpful and very patient throughout the process. I now have a will I am happy with and would highly recommend DPS Wills and Probate for their experience and ongoing support through the process.
Lorraine Swann
Wills and Estate Planning
We chose DPS Wills and Probate after speaking to Darren over the phone about our needs. Darren came to our home and was extremely friendly, courteous and professional in the service he offered that day and our after care since. We have no hesitation in recommending DPS Wills and Probate. More...
Hannah McKenzie
Working along side DPS Wills & Probate was an easy process, nothing was too much trouble and changes we felt needed to be made were amended straight away, guidance given where we were unsure of the legal terms or what was best. Definitely recommend, took the pressure off of sorting something very important, made it an easy task. More...
Carole Matthews
DPS Wills and Probate offer excellent service, I am very happy to do business with Darren and would recommend him to family and Friends. He is very professional and friendly. More...
Gary Ash
Many thanks to DPS Wills and Probate for helping us resolve a Difficult Will and Probate problem due to a relative's Will being challenged, Many thanks to Mr Darren Smith
Elizabeth Smith
Wills and Estate Planning
I cannot fault the service I received from DPS Wills and Probate. Darren was extremely helpful and professional and had infinite patience with us. I highly recommend them.
Emma Harris
Recently I had the unfortunate task of being Executor for my late Aunt, I actually don't know what I would have done without Darren. His knowledge, professionalism, advice and genuine care made an awful time so much easier, nothing was too much trouble and I can't thank him enough. I would, and have, recommended DPS Wills and Probate and will be using them personally in the future. More...
Phil & Fran Banfield
Wills and Estate Planning
Working with DPS Wills & Probate has been a very positive experience. Darren Smith has been extremely helpful, knowledgeable and efficient in dealing with our Wills & Lasting Powers of Attorney for both of us and for my mother. Darren was also very supportive in advising and sorting out various matters when my mother passed away. We have been very impressed with the service we have received and have no hesitation in recommending DPS Wills & Probate. More...
Carole and Fred Adams
Wills and Estate Planning
We highly recommend Darren from DPS Wills and Probate. From the first conversation to the completion of our Wills, Powers of Attorney and Joint Tenancy, Darren was brilliant.
He’s very approachable, knowledgeable and professional - and nothing was too much trouble.
Thank you Darren, for your help and care.
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Louise russ
Wills and Estate Planning
I had put of making a will for years, as I didn’t want to think about it. I found DPS WILLS AND PROBATE on a web search, within 15 minutes, I was contacted by Darren, he put me at ease straight away, booked a telephone meeting to discuss everything, he put me at ease, I felt like I was talking to an old friend, we had a laugh whilst discussing plans, but after further discussion with my family, things changed, nothing was too much trouble for Darren. I throughly recommend them, to take care of all your wills, the service is exemplary. Thank you so much for the service More...
Ian Hathaway
From the first phone call with DPS Wills and Probate just gave you that comfortable feeling you were going to be working with some one that would offer an excellent service, with good two way communication. Darren was both knowledgeable and very helpful in explaining and processing everything. More...
Mark
Darren was incredibly helpful, explaining everything in easy to understand terms. Amazing value for service in comparison to competitors as well. You should not hesitate to engage with DPS Wills and Probate, can't recommend enough More...
Alwyn Phillips
Wills and Estate Planning
We recently dealt with Daren and found him to be very professional and knowledgeable.We felt very comfortable when we met . Responses were quick and helpful .We would without reservation recommend him . More...
Alwyn Phillips
Wills and Estate Planning
I am extremely pleased to leave a review forDPS wills and probate.My husband and I dealt with Daren Smith who we found to be very professional,patient we also felt so very comfortable with him . He was very clear explaining the legal jargon and at no time did we feel under any pressure . More...
Dildar Singh
Darren smith is extremely patient to make sure clients fully understands the complexities. He gives practical scenarios examples of solutions when explaining products and processes involved. Quality and good value services. Dildar Singh Bristol. More...
ounkar kaur
We have engaged Darren Smith (DPS Wills and Probate) for their services. These have been bespoke and we couldn't be more pleased. Darren had gone over and above ensuring our needs have been met - adopting a very professional and sensitive approach . I would highly recommend Darren to anyone/everyone with great confidence who are thinking about having their Wills written - so blessed our paths crossed. More...
Jo
What a refreshing surprise! Someone who listened, empathised with my current situation and provided reassurance, a very cost effective solution and was so friendly. I cannot thank Darren enough for what he has done for my family - DPS Wills and probate come very highly recommended. More...
Andrew Murden
Wills and Estate Planning
Darren is a such a compassionate person, willing to go the extra mile (literally) thank you Darren for all your help and we wish you every success in the future
Alan Roberts
Wills and Estate Planning
So far a very good experience but too early to make a full judgement.
Alan Roberts
Wills and Estate Planning
Good rapid response with useful information.
Kelvin Pert
Working with Darren amazed me. The thought of having to deal with solicitors and go through mountains of boring documents filled me with horror. My surprise was that Darren is human, he understood how I felt and gently guided me along to a successful conclusion. Everything was completed very quickly and with no fuss, he was not only understanding but very professional as well. Very strongly recommend everyone should make a will and very strongly recommend you use Darren to steer you through. More...
Charlie Smith
Wow. What an amazing company. It is very rare these days to find someone so genuine and helpful as Darren and all for very low fee compared to most companies. Five stars all round
Melissa
Wills and Estate Planning
efficient, personable service, my request was handled efficiently and thoroughly. i wouldn't hesitate to recommend.
Marie Liseby Knight
Wills and Estate Planning
It is a pleasure to work with Darren . He was the first person who called me and immediately fixed a day for a home visit just a few minutes after it was posted. He is a very competent and reliable he explains clearly everything in details and also the price is affordable. I greatly recommend anyone who needs his service because he is the best. More...
Marita Hastings-Hunt
Wills and Estate Planning
It was an absolute pleasure working with Darren discussing, preparing and amending our wills. He had time to very clearly explain all aspects of what on the face of it is a complex, legal process. We outlined our desires in plain English, Darren explained the positives and negatives of these and then he translated these conversations into the correct legal form. We were suitably guided all the way, answering all of our questions and providing us every opportunity to review and amend. We cannot praise his service, speed or quoted price enough. A 5 star service. More...
Chloe Roberts
Wills and Estate Planning
Darren has been amazing at a time when I really needed sound advice with regards to not only amendments to my will but also around land registry and life insurance. He has advised me in such a clear and efficient way which is exactly what is needed when unexpected life changing events take place. More...
M pocknell
Excellent and competent service. Very professional and prompt with advice. In short a pleasure to deal with.
Vivien Spurling
Wills and Estate Planning
From my very first phone call to get a quote I have only ever received excellent service from Darren. Whilst being totally professional he also managed to be friendly and compassionate. He made you feel that no question was to trivial and when we hit a few problems regarding my late husband’s will he dealt with it all speedily and efficiently. He was also happy to speak with my sons if need be to put their minds at rest regarding the best way to solve these problems. I would not hesitate to strongly recommend Darren. More...
Mark Edgington
Wills and Estate Planning
Still working with Darren, but my experience with him so far has been exceptional. I very friendly, courteous and knowledgeable man. Made us feel at ease, and comfortable that he knew what he was doing and would do a good job More...
M T Pocknell
Absolutely excellent. Professional advice delivered with top speed. Accurate and quick response when in a time of personal urgency was and is essential.
Fiona Pease
Wills and Estate Planning
Darren was very helpful when we needed to change our wills; explaining everything in detail. I felt able to ask all my questions; nothing was too insignificant. Darren went over and above to help us with our situation. More...
Mrs Dainton
Wills and Estate Planning
Suited our requirements. Quick response and very he,pfulwith information requested
What do you love most about your job?
The fact that we can help as many people, of all ages, get the correct advice, documents and service at a competitive price and not be fearful of updating and/or changing their requirements due to cost factors or a restrictive process.
What inspired you to start your own business?
After dealing with new parents across the UK, following the birth of their new born baby, it became apparent there was such a lack of understanding of how to create a Will, solutions that were readily available were very expensive, there appeared to be lots of extra charges and clients were almost discouraged from sorting this part of their family affairs out as these issues were seen as road blocks.
I wanted to offer a Will writing solution for families, with young children, but also their relatives too, on a basis whereby a fee is charged and the package contains a full support mechanism for the client for life so they are always encouraged to remain on top of their financial and family affairs, without the fear of being charged repeatedly, hasten to add, DPS Wills and Probate was created.
Why should our clients choose you?
We believe we have a very well structured, friendly, efficient and professional offering for clients who want to gain control of their family affairs prior to passing away. A solution that is priced competitively, ensuring clients are then encouraged to keep on top of their requirements and affairs, actually encouraged on an annual basis to review their wishes and instructions, and offering free impartial advice wherever possible, both for the client, their family and the individuals included within any legal document thereafter.
Can you provide your services online or remotely? If so, please add details.
Our services are all delivered remotely via telephone cal and/or video call. Everything is interacted electronically thereafter including payments which are processed via Paypal for a clients security and peace of mind.
Will Writing (Single requirement)
If you are a single parent, a single person, or perhaps your partner already has a Will, we can easily create a stand alone Will for you, providing peace of mind for your final wishes, instructions and the distribution of your gifts/estate.
Will Writing (Joint/Mirror requirement)
Whether you need to organise Guardians for children, secure and safeguard a property or even parts of your estate from complicated family matters, perhaps simply distribute your estate in specific ways, or you just want to plan for your respective funerals, our Joint/Will (discounted) service may be of interest to you.
Letter of Wishes
Although a Will provides a legal directive for the management and distribution of your estate, an additional letter of wishes can enable you to give guidance on how certain matters "could" be managed, this could be the management of a property, welfare of your pets or family member, anything really, it is just a more warm and informal manner of supporting those you leave behind with some of the tough decisions they may face.
Expression of Wishes (Guardians)
If you are appointing Guardians for any child of yours, under the age of 18, you may also want to provide a further letter of wishes containing instructions on parts of your child's life such as education, religion, family contact, financial support through further education.
Powers of Attorney (Multiple variations)
Whether you require a Power of Attorney (PoA) to enable the management of your property and/or personal affairs or perhaps your health and general welfare, even down to simple financial matters, we will be able to create a specific solution for you and offer free no obligation advice and thoughts how you could achieve your goal.
Trusts
Ideally, sometimes clients like to create Trusts for tax purposes, clarity on inheritance or safeguarding inheritance for Minors or overseas assets
Storage Available and amendments on ALL documents arranged
Once any legal document has been created via our company, we will store the original for you at a small cost of £1.50 per month, payable in arrears, annually, we will also provide a certified copy for your reference/distribution on a completely FREE basis. What's more, if you need to amend that document after the initial document has been created, we permit you to do so, without charge.
We arrange for annual reviews of the documents content to encourage any changes if deemed necessary. As there is no charge, there is no catch!
Both of these benefits are included within the fee paid for the initial service and you will NEVER be charged again.
Telephone Interviews/Zoom Calls
All of our processes and interviews are conducted via telephone or alternatively, a video call (Zoom, Microsoft Team etc) for your security and peace of mind can be organised.