Elephant Legal wills, LPAs and estate planning

Wills • LPAs • Estate Planning

Plan ahead with calm, clear legal support

Friendly help with Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney and future planning, explained in plain English and handled at your pace.

Whether you are putting plans in place for the first time, supporting a parent, or reviewing old documents, Elephant Legal helps make the process feel straightforward, personal and reassuring.

Our Services

How we can help

Clear advice. Thoughtful planning. Lasting peace of mind.

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Wills

Clear, carefully prepared wills that reflect your wishes, protect the people important to you, and put practical arrangements in place for the future. Available for individuals and couples.

Lasting Powers
of Attorney

Choose who you trust to support important decisions if you are ever unable to make them yourself. Clear guidance is provided throughout, helping you put the right arrangements in place with confidence.

Letter of Wishes

Add personal guidance alongside your will to explain your wishes, family considerations, and practical preferences in more detail.

Free Reviews

Have your existing will or Lasting Power of Attorney reviewed free of charge to check whether it still reflects your wishes, circumstances, relationships, and future plans.

A helpful place to start

Unsure where to begin?

Life changes often raise questions about wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney and planning ahead. Choose the situation that feels closest to your own, or explore the full guide to see what may be worth considering.

Here when you need clarity

Still not sure what applies to you?

Every situation is different. You are welcome to ask a quick question, talk through your circumstances, or arrange a free initial conversation before deciding what to do next.

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For retirement homes

Free talks about wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney

A short, informal session for residents, explained in plain English and followed by time for questions.

  • Completely free
  • 10–15 minutes plus questions
  • No sales pressure
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What clients say

“Mr Burt was very helpful in responding to my questions about my will and suggesting alternative wording. He always replied by email in less than 24 hours.”

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A clear, thoughtful process

How We Work

Every matter starts with understanding what you need, what has changed and what you want your arrangements to achieve.

You will not be rushed into decisions or expected to understand legal terminology. Your options will be explained clearly, along with any choices you need to make and the practical effect of each one.

Documents are prepared carefully around your instructions rather than produced as a standard formality. You will have the opportunity to review the wording, ask questions and request changes before anything is finalised.

The aim is not simply to complete a document. It is to help you put arrangements in place that you understand, feel confident about and can rely on when they are needed.

Find out more about Elephant Legal

Learn more about Rick, the background to Elephant Legal and the approach taken to wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney and future planning.

About Elephant Legal

Not sure which route is right for you?

You are welcome to talk things through before deciding what level of support would best suit your circumstances.

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What you can expect

What You Can Expect

Clear explanations

Legal decisions and documents explained in straightforward language.

Support at the right level

A structured process, with guidance available when you need it.

Time to make decisions

Space to think, ask questions and consider your choices.

Fixed, transparent fees

Clear pricing agreed in advance, with no hidden surprises.

Careful preparation and review

Your documents are prepared around your circumstances and checked properly.

Direct, personal service

You deal directly with Rick throughout, rather than being passed between different people.

Flexible appointments

Appointments at home, online or at an office near you.

Clear next steps

You will know what happens next, what information is needed and when each stage is complete.

A clear process from start to finish

What Happens Next?

The process is designed to feel clear and manageable, with guidance at each stage and time to check everything before it is completed.

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Choose the Right Support

We will help identify the most suitable service and level of support for your circumstances.

Share Your Information

Provide the information we need through a questionnaire, conversation or existing documents.

Review Everything Together

Check the documents, ask questions and request any changes before they are finalised.

Complete with Confidence

We will explain the final steps and help ensure everything is signed, completed and put in place correctly.

Professional advice, delivered with clarity, care and consistency.

Meet Rick

The person you speak to is the person handling your matter.

Elephant Legal is run by Rick Burt, providing clear, careful support with Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney and future planning.

You deal directly with Rick throughout, with time to ask questions, understand your options and review everything before it is finalised.

The focus is on clear advice, thoughtful guidance and a service tailored to you — so you can make confident decisions about the future.

Rick Burt, founder of Elephant Legal
Direct, personal service

Ready when you are

You do not need to have everything worked out before getting in touch.

Tell Rick what you are considering, ask a question or arrange a free initial conversation. You will receive clear guidance on the next step, with no pressure to proceed before you are ready.

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