Dealing with Probate – What you need to know

EdwardHandsandLewis
July 11, 2013

Emma Fuller

We understand that some people are nervous of approaching Solicitors if they need help with Probate as there are concerns of the costs. However, not everyone charges in the same way.

We have several pricing options, which helps families to get the help they need, but gives them the flexibility to choose the parts of our services they need if they are concerned about costs.

For a start, we will always meet with you for half an hour free of charge, and with no obligation at all for you to instruct us. We appreciate that dealing with bereavement is a difficult time, and are happy to spend time with those who perhaps simply need pointing in the right direction.

We then have a service where we will obtain the Grant of Probate for you, and then you can administer the estate yourself.

10 aspects of probate we can assist with on a piecemeal basis are:

1. Undertake a search for a missing Will

2. Prove a copy of a Will, if the original is missing

3. Applying for Grant of Probate

4. Administrative process of closing accounts and collecting in money

5. Undertaking a search for all assets owned by the deceased

6. Producing estate accounts and tax returns

7. Inheritance Tax reporting

8. Drafting Trusts that may be needed

9. Deeds of Variation to alter who shall inherit

10. Dealing with challenges from those who feel that they should inherit more

For those who would rather hand over responsibility for collecting in the estate (and this can be especially helpful where there are any family tensions), we offer a complete service, the cost of which depends on the size and complexity of the estate. We would review this and advise you of the estimated costs prior to commencing any work on your behalf.

We have considerable experience in dealing with all manner of probate matters. If you would like support with your role as Executor then we are available to speak with for any help you may need.

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