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Built on expertise and driven by innovation

Arken combines private client expertise with intelligent technology to simplify estate planning, streamline drafting and deliver better client experiences.
Arken August 2025

Evolving with the profession

Arken began with a simple ambition: to make complex estate planning easier. Today, we’re connecting drafting, client onboarding and specialist solutions in one intelligent ecosystem, helping professionals work smarter and prepare for what’s next.

30+
Years of expertise
Founded in 1992 by two private client solicitors who believed there was a better way, Arken has been transforming estate planning through technology ever since.
8 Million
Wills created
More than 8 million Wills have been created using Arken’s software and solutions, helping professionals deliver accurate, compliant estate planning at scale.
8,000+
Users supported
Thousands of professionals trust Arken to help them deliver better estate planning for their clients.
2026
A new platform era
Arken evolves into a more connected workspace for teams, products and client information.
Goodwills Irwin Mitchell Ellisons Solicitors Brethertons Solicitors Crossley Group

Guided by industry expertise

Our Legal Advisory Board brings together Arken’s founder, Head of Legal and senior representatives from two leading client firms. Their insight keeps us connected to the realities of professional practice and helps shape the future of Arken.
Chris Brewer
Chris Brewer
Founding Director

Chris is a practising solicitor and STEP member with extensive experience in Wills, Trusts and estate planning. As the founder of Arken, he has played a pivotal role in shaping our Wills and Trust software from the very beginning, combining his legal expertise with a deep understanding of the challenges faced by professional drafters. He continues to be a key source of legal insight and inspiration, helping to shape the development of Arken’s solutions and our approach to innovation across the industry.

Michael Culver
Michael Culver
Founder - Culver Law Ltd

Michael Culver is a solicitor and founder of Culver Law Ltd, a specialist private client firm with offices in London, Cambridge and St Albans. A Chartered Tax Adviser and full STEP and ACTAPS member, he is a former Chair of the Association of Lifetime Lawyers and currently chairs the Vulnerable Banking Group. Michael regularly acts as a professional executor, trustee, attorney and Court of Protection deputy, and is the author of The Law of Gifts.

Helen Claydon
Helen Claydon
Co-Founder and Chief Legal Officer - HAIG Legal Group

Helen is a multi award-winning lawyer and STEP member specialising in Wills, Trusts, Probate and Property. She leads a nationwide legal team and is Head of Legal for the TAS Network, where she mentors professionals across the sector. Passionate about accessibility, raising standards and driving innovation, Helen is committed to shaping the future of the legal industry.

Krithika Sahi
Krithika Sahi
Legal Content Manager

With experience as a solicitor across several law firms, Krithika brings a strong understanding of the legal profession and valuable practical insight to her role at Arken. She helps ensure Arken’s content is accurate, relevant and easy to understand, drawing on her experience to translate complex legal topics into clear, practical guidance for professionals. Krithika is passionate about producing content that reflects the realities of modern legal practice and supports Arken’s commitment to quality, innovation and the profession.

Trusted by teams who draft every day

"Arken is an absolutely fantastic tool. It is extremely easy to use and has helped our practices in Will drafting to a huge extent. I could not be without it now. I would recommend to any legal specialist looking to invest in Will writing software. Very cost effective too."
Sophie Yates
Director, Fodens Solicitors Limited
"The whole team have found the Arken system very easy to use and it is very user friendly. The initial and ongoing support and training provided is excellent. Using the system saves a lot of time on data inputting, especially on the LPA drafting. It produces clear explanatory documents for all our Clients to understand. I would highly recommend the system."
Julie Doyle
Director / Practice Manger, PD Law Solicitors
"Following a well-planned and successful implementation, we are delighted to see how the Arken software has enabled us to streamline our approach to Will drafting. We are now producing consistent Wills which use uniform clauses across all of our lawyers. The commentary document which complements the drafted Will is extremely helpful to our customers."
Craig Webb
Head of Legal Operations, Brethertons LLP

See how Arken could work for your team

Book a demo to explore the Arken platform, understand the product suite and see how our tools can support your drafting process.