Are Online Wills Safe

We are comfortable with tech and digital platforms but are often asked why don’t you go all in digital and offer online wills.

We think a face to face conversation is a pretty crucial part of writing your will yet it’s often overlooked as unnecessary but we believe it’s a pretty critical part when it's time to talk about your will. Of course, we're in a digital age where emails and Zoom calls are the norms, but some conversations, especially those about your will, really benefit from a more personal touch. Here’s why:

1. Building Trust

Discussing your will is deeply personal. It's about your life, your wishes, and your loved ones. Face-to-face meetings allow for a connection that's hard to replicate through screens or over the phone. They offer a chance to build trust with the person helping to draft your will, ensuring you feel comfortable sharing your most personal wishes and details about your life.

2. Clearer Communication

Let's face it, wills can be complicated. They're full of legal jargon that might not make much sense at first glance. Being in the same room allows for immediate clarification, questions, and answers, reducing misunderstandings. Plus, it's easier to pick up on non-verbal cues, like if someone’s feelingunsure or hesitant about a decision.

3. Privacy and Confidentiality

Discussing your will means talking about sensitive information. Face-to-face meetings in a secure and private setting ensure that your information stays confidential. It's just you and your legal advisor, away from the prying ears of digital eavesdroppers.

4. Tailored Advice

Your will should be as unique as you are. Meeting in person allows your legal advisor to get a better sense of who you are, your family dynamics, and your specific needs. This means they can offer more personalized and tailored advice, ensuring your will accurately reflects your wishes.

5. Emotional Support

Talking about the end of life can stir up a lot of emotions. A face-to-face meeting provides a level of emotional support and understanding that's tough to achieve through other means. It's about having someone there, physically, to offer reassurance and guidance through a potentially difficult conversation.

Conclusion

While we're all for modern conveniences, some things just deserve the old-school touch, and discussing your will is definitely one of them. It’s about making sure your final wishes are understoodand respected, in the most personal and secure way possible. So, let’s keep the tech for catching upwith friends and streaming our favorite shows. When it’s time to talk about your will, a face-to-facemeeting is the way to go.