Business Details
26 Years
experience
Trusted Will Writing & Estate Planning Services
Established in 2000, Pembroke Will Writers is a family-run business dedicated to providing professional estate planning services across Kent and the South East. Our team, led by founders Rob and Gill Phipps, combines over two decades of experience with a commitment to client care, offering will writing, power of attorney, probate, and property protection services. As members of the Institute of Professional Will Writers, we maintain rigorous professional standards through regular training and full insurance coverage.Our unique approach includes home visits, DBS-checked advisors, and a no-pressure consultation process that prioritises client understanding. With over 55% of our work coming from client recommendations, we have built a reputation for trustworthy, transparent service that protects clients' interests while adhering to Financial Conduct Authority best practices.
Services
Making a Will
Power of Attorney
Property Protection
Probate Services
Tenancy Agreements
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience in estate planning services
- Our team members undergo DBS checks for client safety
- We offer home visits with no-pressure consultation approach
- We maintain professional indemnity insurance for client protection
- Our service includes detailed explanations of all documentation
Associations and certifications
- Institute of Professional Will Writers
What people say
Lovely bunch
Quick to turn things around
Second to none service
Professional and helpful
Friendly service
Services
Making a Will
Our professional will writing service ensures your assets are distributed according to your wishes while minimising inheritance tax liabilities. We provide clear guidance on appointing executors, guardians for children, and charitable bequests. Our home visits include comprehensive explanations of all documentation to ensure complete understanding.
Power of Attorney
We help establish Lasting Power of Attorney arrangements to protect your financial and healthcare decisions. Our service covers both property & financial affairs and health & welfare LPAs, with expert guidance on choosing appropriate attorneys and registration processes.
Property Protection
Our property protection service advises on optimal ownership structures to ensure smooth asset transfer. We specialise in tenancy agreements for co-owned properties and strategies to protect homes from care home fees while maintaining family inheritance plans.
Probate Services
We provide comprehensive probate assistance including asset valuation, tax calculations, and legal documentation. Our service helps executors navigate complex inheritance processes, obtain grants of probate, and distribute estates while minimising tax liabilities.
Tenancy Agreements
Our tailored tenancy agreements ensure clear property ownership rights and inheritance pathways. We specialise in creating legally sound arrangements that protect co-owners' interests while facilitating smooth property transfer to intended beneficiaries.
People
Rob Phipps
Founder
Established Pembroke Will Writers in 2000 and won IPW Will Writer of the Year in 2019. Brings extensive legal expertise and a commitment to client care.
Gill Phipps
Founder
Co-founder with over 20 years' experience in estate planning. Focuses on ensuring clients understand all documentation through clear, patient explanations.
Gareth Phipps
Director
Joined the company in 2014 after banking industry experience. Specialises in modernising estate planning approaches while maintaining traditional client care values.
Caroline Phipps
Senior Advisor
Gill's sister who joined in 2019. Provides expert guidance on property protection strategies and complex will arrangements.
Suzanne Phipps
Client Services
Gareth's wife who joined in 2020. Manages client communications and ensures smooth appointment scheduling for home visits.
Questions
What areas do you cover?
We serve clients across Kent and the South East, offering both home visits and office appointments at our Gillingham location.
How much does a will cost?
Please contact us directly for current pricing information. Our advisors provide transparent cost breakdowns during consultations.
Are your advisors DBS checked?
Yes, all our home-visiting advisors have DBS checks for client safety and peace of mind.
Can you help with probate?
Yes, we offer comprehensive probate services including asset valuation, tax calculations, and estate administration support.
Do you offer home visits?
Yes, we provide home visits across Kent and the South East with no additional charges for this service.
Are you regulated professionals?
We are members of the Institute of Professional Will Writers and maintain professional indemnity insurance for client protection.
