Complete Will Writing Training + Software Included
Become a qualified will writer in 2 weeks. Monthly online cohorts via Zoom. Created by Project Will — an actual operating estate planning company.
Includes 2 months Willo software (worth £300-600) + we help you get your first client
Professional will writer course covering wills, LPAs, trusts, probate. 20 hours online over 2 weeks.
£995 includes training + 2 months Willo software (£300-600 value) + templates + marketing materials.
Career changers, no law degree required. People wanting flexible, meaningful self-employment.
3-6 months to first clients. Years 2-3: £35K-£60K+ realistic once established.
Only course with software included. Taught by Project Will (operating company). Max 8 people.
Book free consultation. No pressure, honest conversation about the career and training.
Most will writing courses teach theory and send you on your way. We give you everything you need to actually run a successful will writing business.
We include 2 months of Willo — professional will writing software worth £300-600. Most courses charge £3,500-£4,300 and you still have to buy software separately. You save £900-1,800 in year one alone.
Project Will is an actual operating estate planning company. We write wills for real clients every day. You're learning from practitioners actively working in the field, not just trainers teaching theory.
Most courses train you and disappear. We actively support you in getting your first paying client through referral network connections, marketing materials, and proven lead generation strategies.
Maximum 8 people per cohort. No 50-person lecture halls. You get individual attention, can ask questions freely, and build relationships with fellow will writers.
Most courses only cover basic wills. We teach wills + LPAs + trusts + probate + business development + client acquisition. Complete business-in-a-box approach.
We don't promise instant income. Realistic timeline: 3-6 months to first clients. First year earnings: £10K-£25K while building. We're transparent about effort required and ongoing costs.
No law degree required. Here's the exact pathway from complete beginner to earning professional will writer.
Will writers help individuals and couples draft legally-valid wills and estate planning documents. Your typical day includes:
Will writers specialize exclusively in wills and estate planning. Solicitors have broader legal training but may only do wills occasionally.
For straightforward estates (85-90% of UK wills), will writers provide the same legal outcome at 40-50% lower cost than solicitors. Read our detailed comparison.
Will writing is an unregulated profession in the UK. You don't legally need a law degree or formal legal qualifications. However, professional training is essential because:
First year (while building): £10,000-£25,000
Years 2-3 (established): £35,000-£60,000+
Full-time potential: £60,000-£100,000+ once mature practice
Even though will writing is unregulated, professional training is crucial:
Essential topics your training must cover:
Our course covers all of the above plus:
After training, you need to set up the business infrastructure:
Cost: £300-600/year for £6-10 million cover
Why you need it: Protects you if a client claims you made a mistake
When to get it: Before taking any paying clients
Sole trader: Simple, free to register, recommended for beginners
Limited company: More professional, potential tax benefits, costs £12-50 to register
Most new will writers start as sole traders.
We include Willo software (2 months free, worth £300-600)
After 2 months: £150-300/month depending on your package choice
Software dramatically speeds up will drafting, reduces errors, and looks professional to clients. Essential for efficient practice.
You'll need:
We provide: Website copy templates, brochure templates, marketing materials ready to customize.
Typical experience: 3-6 months to get first paying clients
Fastest we've seen: 2-3 weeks (rare, requires aggressive marketing)
Most common: 8-12 weeks for first client
1. Personal Network (Fastest Results)
2. Networking Groups (Best Long-Term Strategy)
3. Free Seminars
4. Referral Relationships
Realistic scenario (part-time, 10-15 hours/week):
Once established with referral networks and reputation:
Will writing isn't "learn once and you're done":
Bottom line: Becoming a will writer is very achievable with proper training and effort. It's not instant income, but by month 6-12 you can have a sustainable, flexible business earning £35K-£60K+.
Everything you need to become a competent, confident will writer. 20 hours of comprehensive training over 2 weeks (2 hours per day online via Zoom).
We're completely transparent about what it actually takes to succeed as a will writer.
This is slower than some competitors promise, but it's honest. We'd rather set realistic expectations than overpromise.
Upfront:
Ongoing costs (after 2 free months):
Total first year cost: £2,500-£4,500 depending on your choices.
ROI: Average will writer charges £450 for mirror wills + LPAs package. You need just 6-10 clients to cover your entire first year investment. Most achieve this by months 4-8.
This isn't passive income or "get rich quick." Becoming a successful will writer requires:
If you're willing to put in the work, will writing can be an excellent, flexible, well-paying career. If you want easy money with no effort, this isn't it.
Why We're Honest: This transparency sets us apart from competitors who overpromise. We want you to succeed long-term, which means realistic expectations from day one. If you're comfortable with the timeline and effort required, you'll love this career.
20 hours live training over 2 weeks
Monthly cohorts available
Maximum 8 people per cohort
What's Included:
What's NOT Included (Being Transparent):
Your £995 investment can return 36-42x in year 2-3 of full-time practice.
Unlike most training providers who just teach theory, we're an actual operating estate planning company.
Most training providers are just training companies. Project Will is an operating estate planning business that also trains others. Big difference in quality and relevance.
Learn More About Project Will →Most will writer courses train you then leave. We actively support you in getting your first paying client.
Where possible, we introduce you to potential referral partners (IFAs, accountants) in your area.
We review your website copy, brochures, and marketing materials before you launch. Optimize for conversions.
Role-play client consultations with feedback. Learn our sales process that converts 70%+ of enquiries.
We share exactly what works for will writers (networking, seminars, partnerships) — no guesswork.
Community group for questions, ongoing guidance as you build your practice. We're invested in your success.
Your success is our success. We're building a reputation for producing competent, ethical will writers. We want you to succeed and reflect well on our training.
Honest comparison with other training options available in the UK.
Everything you need to know about our will writer course and the career.
No. Will writing is an unregulated profession in the UK, meaning you don't need a law degree or legal qualification. However, professional training is strongly recommended to ensure you provide competent service to clients. Our course teaches you everything you need to know.
Our will writer course is 20 hours over 2 weeks (2 hours per day online via Zoom). This is intensive but manageable alongside other commitments. After training, expect 3-6 months to get your first clients as you build your marketing and reputation.
They're the same thing — just different ways people search. "Will writing course" refers to learning the skill of writing wills, while "will writer course" emphasizes becoming a will writer professionally. Our training covers both: the technical skills and the business of will writing.
No, it's currently unregulated. Anyone can legally call themselves a will writer. However, professional standards exist through bodies like the Institute of Professional Will Writers (IPW) and Society of Will Writers. We recommend joining a professional body for credibility and ongoing support. Most importantly, you need professional indemnity insurance (which requires proof of training).
Technically, none are legally required. However, clients expect professional training and many will writers join IPW or similar bodies. Our course provides the knowledge and skills you need. Professional indemnity insurance is essential (we guide you on this), and insurers require proof of proper training before they'll cover you.
Realistic earnings are £35,000-£60,000+ once established (typically years 2-3+). First year is typically £10,000-£25,000 while building your client base. Part-time will writers can earn £25,000-£55,000 working 10-15 hours per week. Full-time potential is £60,000-£100,000+ for mature practices. See our detailed will writer salary guide →
Absolutely. Many will writers start part-time while keeping their current job, then transition to full-time once their client base grows. Most client appointments happen evenings/weekends anyway, making it ideal for flexible working. Part-time (10-15 hours/week) can generate £25,000-£55,000/year once established.
Professional indemnity insurance is essential. Costs £300-600/year depending on coverage level (we recommend £6-10 million). This protects you if a client makes a claim about your work. We guide you on insurance requirements and providers during the course.
No. The UK has an aging population with growing demand for wills and estate planning services. Only 40-45% of UK adults have a will, creating massive market opportunity. However, like any business, you need to market yourself effectively. There's room for quality practitioners who provide good service.
Multiple strategies work: networking (business groups, chambers of commerce), partnerships (IFAs, accountants, funeral directors), online marketing (website, Google ads), referrals from satisfied clients, free seminars to community groups. We teach all of these in Module 6 of our course and help you implement them.
Everything you need: 20 hours online training via Zoom, 2 months Willo software (worth £300-600), all templates and materials (wills, LPAs, client forms), marketing materials (website copy, brochure templates), help getting your first client, ongoing community support, and lifetime access to course materials. Taught by Project Will team (operating company).
Main costs: Willo software £150-300/month (after 2 free months), professional indemnity insurance £300-600/year, marketing budget (varies based on strategy), ICO registration £40-60/year. We're completely transparent about this upfront — no hidden surprises.
We run monthly cohorts with maximum 8 people per group. Next cohort starts March 2025, then monthly thereafter. Various time slots available to accommodate different schedules. Book a free consultation to discuss timing and secure your spot.
Our training is created by Project Will, an operating estate planning company. While not formally "accredited" by any body (as will writing is unregulated), our curriculum covers everything required by IPW and other professional bodies. Many of our graduates go on to join IPW. What matters most is that our training is created by practitioners actively working in the field.
You can specialize in wills only if you prefer, but clients often want bundled services (wills + LPAs together). Learning the full spectrum makes you more valuable and increases your average client value significantly (£450+ for wills + LPAs vs £150-200 for wills only). We recommend learning everything, then choosing what services to offer.
Book a free 30-minute consultation to discuss:
Whether will writing aligns with your goals
Realistic timeline and earning expectations
Full course curriculum and schedule
Willo software demonstration
Your questions and concerns
Next cohort dates and availability
No pressure, no hard sell — just honest conversation about the career and our training.
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Professional training + software + support = everything you need to become a successful will writer. Monthly cohorts starting March 2025 with only 8 spots per group.
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