Deed Drafting

In many situations, particularly when dealing with trusts, parties must execute a deed. In other circumstances, a different form of document is necessary.

Deeds create binding commitments to perform certain obligations. Deeds are different to agreements or contracts in that they must be in writing and must be witnessed (whereas an agreement can be made verbally or in writing without witness).

When necessary, a deed can be used to change trustees, transfer a trust fund to its beneficiaries, transfer land and other assets and change the terms of an individual’s will by variation. Our legal team can assist with the drafting of deeds, resolutions and minutes for trustees and individuals.

In Practice

  • In many situations, a loan has to be formally waived by deed

    In many situations, a loan has to be formally waived by deed. This was particularly important for our client, as she was keen to make a gift to her daughter and thus potentially reduce her inheritance tax liability.

    Our solicitors were instructed to deal with the waving of the loan and drafted the necessary deed to achieve this.

Our experts are on hand

Catherine Murton
Catherine Murton
Director | Solicitor
With extensive experience in all aspects of private client work, Catherine heads up Arcadia's legal team. Continuously recommended by existing clients, she is a trusted advisor to a significant number of families across the country.
Susie Rycroft
Susie Rycroft
Director | Solicitor
Susie qualified as a solicitor in 2005 and has specialised in private client ever since. Susie's expert knowledge of trust law and her pragmatic, client-centered approach is welcomed by trustees, executors and beneficiaries alike.
Hannah Cook
Hannah Cook
Associate | Solicitor
Specialising in probate, wills, court of protection and powers of attorney, Hannah's clients always welcome her hands-on and head-down approach to getting the job over the line.
Alyssa Martin
Alyssa deals with the drafting of wills, trust documents and powers of attorney. A recent graduate with a Masters in Law, her technical knowledge lends itself perfectly to the varied needs of Arcadia's legal team.