Probate

Coping with the death of a loved one or a close friend imposes great strains on you and on your family. But at the same time the Executor who is often a close relative or friend has to start complying with the provisions of the Will.

If there is no Will the burden can be even greater. The closest surviving relatives will be responsible for sorting out the estate and then sharing it out in accordance with the Administration of Estates Act 1925.

How can we help?

We have considerable experience in dealing with Probate and administration matters. We will explain clearly what is involved and deal with all aspects of the estate including:

• Assistance with the funeral arrangements
• Income tax return
• Arranging valuation of assets in the Estate
• Obtaining the grant of probate or administration
• Inheritance tax on assets
• Capital gains tax return for the period during which he estate is being dealt with
• Advising whether any tax savings are possible
• Arranging sale or auction of assets
• Arranging payment of any debts
• Advising on and dealing with the sale of any property
• Collecting in and distributing the assets amongst the beneficiaries
• Executor's income tax return

Executors and beneficiaries are sometimes concerned about the time that is taken for an estate to be dealt with and the cost involved. We will explain clearly at the beginning of a matter how and when we will charge and provide an estimate of these charges as soon as details of the estate are known.

We will also provide you with an estimate of the length of time it will take to complete the matter. Throughout the matter we will tell you at regular intervals what progress is being made and what further action is required to complete the matter.

Our aim is to provide a personal service and to deal with all probate and administration matters as speedily and efficiently as possible advising clearly at all stages on the simple and more complicated aspects of the matter.