A joint Will is a single legal document made by two people – usually a married couple or civil partners – that sets out how they want their estate to be handled when they’ve both passed away.
Unlike mirror Wills, where each person has their own Will with similar wishes, a joint Will is one shared agreement. That means once the first person dies, the terms of the Will usually can’t be changed – even if circumstances change later on. This can feel reassuring to some couples but restrictive to others, especially if there’s a need to adapt things in future.
Joint Wills are relatively rare these days and can sometimes lead to complications, so it’s important to get tailored legal advice before deciding if it’s the right option for you.