If you are looking for legal advice about Wills, Probate or Trusts, Frances Williams, a Senior Associate at HM3 Legal can help you to make clear, informed decisions about your future. She advises clients who have questions about:
- wills and probate
- lifetime trusts and trust planning
- business wills
- estate planning
- probate and letters of administration
- lasting powers of attorney (for both Property and Financial Affairs LPA and Health and Welfare LPA).
Frances is often recommenced for her practical guidance that feels personal, straightforward and easy to understand.
Clients often contact Frances at important, sensitive or stressful points in life. They may need to write a will, deal with the estate of someone who has died, protect family wealth, plan for later life or resolve questions about inheritance. Frances takes time to listen, understand what matters most and explain each option in plain English so clients can consider what to do next to move forward with clarity rather than confusion.
As an experienced private client solicitor, Frances combines strong technical knowledge with a calm, approachable style. She gives clear legal advice (without the usual legal jargon) on how to structure a will, appoint executors, provide for loved ones, protect vulnerable beneficiaries and reduce the risk of future relationship or family disputes.
Complex wills and probate arrangements
Frances is used to supporting people who want to sort out complex estates or intricate circumstances. Where an estate includes property, business interests, blended family arrangements or tax considerations, she breaks down the details and helps clients choose the right path.
Frances also supports families through probate and intestacy after a death. She guides executors and administrators through a process which can feel particularly frustrating and slow, when experiencing such a difficult time in life. She helps client to understand their legal duties while collecting estate information, applying for the grant of probate or letters of administration, dealing with inheritance tax issues and distributing assets. She works at proactively to keep things moving forward, making sure clients are regularly updated and know what is happening at every stage.
People choose Frances because she makes complex legal matters feel manageable. Her clients value her careful explanations, thoughtful questions and practical advice. She avoids jargon, checks understanding and focuses on outcomes that protect the client and their loved ones. Whether someone needs a straightforward will or detailed inheritance planning, Frances gives advice that fits their circumstances rather than one-size-fits-all answers.
At HM3 Legal, Frances shares the firm’s commitment to providing caring, responsive legal advice delivered differently. Clients can expect clear cost options and a friendly service built around real people, not legal processes. HM3 Legal’s plain English approach means clients do not need to translate legal language before making important decisions that can have a long-lasting effect on their lives. Frances knows such decisions cannot be left to chance.
Frances advises individuals, couples, families, business owners, executors and beneficiaries across Chester, Liverpool, Cheshire and the wider North West. She helps clients put the right legal documents in place now, so they can reduce uncertainty later. Her work gives clients reassurance that their wishes are clear, their loved ones are protected, and their affairs are in order.
If you need advice from a wills solicitor in Chester, North Wales (including Wrexham and surrounding area), support with probate in Cheshire, help with trusts and estate planning, or guidance on lasting powers of attorney, Frances Williams can help. She will listen, explain your options and guide you through each step with care and clarity.
Frances has been recognised in the prestigious Chamber and Partners High Net Worth edition for supporting high net worth individuals with private wealth matters in Chester and Surrounds. Comments include:
“Frances gives advice and support that is empathetic but always considered.“
“Frances is great with clients and her advice is second to none.“
Independent client review:
“Frances and the team supported us to complete HMRC forms for a Probate application. From the first meeting all communication was really clear and timely. We felt supported through the process and all steps were completed efficiently and professionally. Just a huge thank you for making a daunting task manageable.” Trustpilot, Rhiannon Macphearson.
