Mutual Wills vs Mirror Wills: What’s the Difference?
When couples make Wills together, the terms “mirror Wills” and “mutual Wills” are often used interchangeably. In reality, they are very different legal arrangements, and misunderstanding the distinction can have significant consequences for a family’s estate planning. In practice, most couples who ask for “mutual Wills” actually mean mirror Wills. True mutual Wills are relatively […]
Solicitor
Jonathan Povey qualified as a solicitor via the SQE route in November 2024 and joined Adams Harrison as a solicitor in January 2025. He has been working in Private Client work since April 2023 and has had extensive exposure to and experience with Wills (including Trusts created in Wills) and Lasting Powers of Attorney. He can also deal with Probate and the administration of estates. Jonathan works mainly in the Saffron Walden office but is available for meetings in the Sawston office, the Haverhill office, home and hospital visits, or remotely via telephone or online meetings. Jonathan is committed to growing his knowledge and understanding in the field and is driven by a desire to help those in difficult times and also to assist those planning how best to provide for their loved ones in years to come.
Hobbies and Interests: Outside of Work, Jonathan regularly attends the gym and enjoys spending time with his young family and cat.
