Wills

[poppysix]

My father is 92 he is of sound mind except for a little forgetfulness,he has cataract in both eyes but can see little distance from the left, he has not made a will, he owns no property, or car, just money, I do not have power of attorney over his affairs, can I write a will for him based on what he tells me and get him to sign it, money will be divided equally between me and my brother.

[factor-fiction]

No-one will know or mind who has written or typed it, but it is essential that it is signed and witnessed correctly as required. The witnesses must sign that they have witnessed your dad's signing of the will

[dzug2]

You need to get two witnesses to his signature as well - as a beneficiary you cannot be one. The will would still be valid- but you would lose your share of the inheritance

You don't say what other relatives there are but intestacy laws might well result in you and your brother inheriting anyway

[Barmaid]

It would be best if you didn't. One of the things the Court might look at were your brother to turn nasty is "suspicious circumstances". This may occur when someone draws up a Will for another person where they take significant benefit.

Assuming your father is worth only a few thousand in cash and assuming he has no spouse or children other than you and your brother the estate will automatically be divided between you and your brother under the intestacy rules so no need to bother.

If your family circumstances are different, post again.