Will-Writing Video Resources
We have three in-depth videos featuring Honorary Senior Lecturer at Queen’s and Barrister at Law TEP, Sheena Grattan, who explains what Wills are, why they’re important, what you might want to include in yours, as well as some information on Inheritance Tax.
Note: The information in these videos are accurate as of August 2025. We recommend speaking with a qualified legal professional for the most up-to-date advice.
Video 1: What is a Will and why do I need one?
Find the questions covered at the timestamps detailled below:
01:10 - What is a Will?
02:15 - What is dying intestate?
02:44 - What is an executor and administrator?
03:40 - What is a grant of probate/ grant of administration?
04:17 - What are the laws of dying intestate?
06:00 - Owning property in different countries
07:10 - Should everyone have a Will?
08:15 - Who should definitely have a Will?
10:48 - Does all of your wealth pass under your Will?
12.24 - How can people die tidily?
Video 2: How Do I Write a Will and What Should I Include?
Find the questions covered at the timestamps detailled below:
00:42 - Can anyone make their own Will?
02:28 - Does a Will have to be made by a solicitor?
03:35 - How do you choose a solicitor how much does a Will cost?
05:24 - Can you change your Will at any time, and what will that cost?
08:45 - How can you revoke your Will?
10:30 - What should you include in your Will?
14:30 - What is a Letter of Wishes?
18:29 - Can a beneficiary be an executor / an executor be a witness?
19:12 - Where should I keep my will?
22:05 - Can you make a watertight Will?
26:38 - Advice on leaving a legacy to a charity
Video 3: Inheritance Tax: Does It Apply to Me And How Can It Be Minimised?
Find the questions covered at the timestamps detailled below:
00:35 - Are people becoming more concerned about inheritance tax?
02:05 - Are death and taxes still the two certainties in life?
02:55 - Can you offer an overview of inheritance tax?
07:33 - Can a Will help to reduce inheritance tax?
08:37 - What are the main inheritance tax planning strategies?
12:25 - The upcoming changes to inheritance tax (budget of 24)
16:14 - Deed of variation
17:55 - Advice for beneficiaries who have inherited and would like to redirect their legacy to a charity
19:08 - Tax planning for a person who has lost capacity
If you have any questions about leaving a gift in your Will to Queen's, or how your gift can help, please contact our Legacy Manager at l.carey@qub.ac.uk
or on +44 (0) 7727 234 282.