Focus SWW Spring 2019 | Page 4

A letter from the Director General Dear reader, Welcome to the Spring issue of Focus SWW. Now approaching 3 years in publication it remains the only Estate Planning emagazine catering to both the public and the professional covering Wills, Lasting Power of Attorney, Trusts as well as Funeral Planning and much more. Spring is for many the best time of year, not just because the weather begins to warm, but also for all the new life and new beginnings which the season brings. Life as we know is becoming all the more complex. As families grow, the need for writing a Will is all the more important. A Will ensures peace of mind for you and your loved ones knowing that in the event of your death everything has been taken care of. Writing a Will does not need to be difficult or stressful. It used to be considered that Solictors were your only choice, however for over 25 years now there has been an alternative. Get your Will written by a professional Will Writer who is a member of the Socety. This year the Society celebrates its 25 th anniversary which means since 1994 we’ve enforced a code of practice, as well as other mandatory requirements such as insurance and annual training requirements. Over this time we have 2 The Society of Will Writers become the leading body representing Will Writers and no longer just in England and Wales. Through our training facility The College of Will Writing we have now introduced all new online courses which has elevated the Society of a truly global status with members in Europe, Asia and the Middle East. If you’re looking to locate a member in your local area, either visit our website or call the Society head office and a member of the team will be more than happy to help and assist in any way possible. Brian W Mcmillan Director General The Society of Will Writers and Estate Planning Practitioners