Probate & Estate Administration
A Grant of Probate is a document produced by the Probate Registry which confirms the validity of the Will and that the named executors are authorised to deal with the administration of the estate in accordance with the terms of the Will.
We understand that this can be a difficult time for you and your family and we are here to help you through the process. Our services range from dealing with full administration of the estate; or our services can be limited to obtaining a grant of probate on behalf of the executors only.
Key stages of your case:
The precise stages involved vary according to the circumstances. The ‘basic’ process for Estate Administration when a grant is required is as follows;
identifying the Executors and Beneficiaries
gathering information and collating the deceased’s assets and liabilities.
obtaining a valuation of the deceased’s property/properties.
corresponding with all the relevant parties (i.e. any banks, building society, shares companies, utility companies etc.).
completing the relevant inheritance tax forms and dealing with any inheritance tax liability.
completing the probate application forms and obtaining the grant.
collect all the assets from banks, building societies, selling any shares held in the deceased’s name.
paying off any debts owed.
providing the grant to the conveyancing department to deal with the sale of any property/properties.
distributing the estate in accordance with the terms of the Will.
How long do estates take?
Every estate is different and the key stages above are normally dealt with within 8 - 12 months. This is broken down into the following stages, with rough time estimates:
How much will this cost?
Please see our fees for information with regards to our costs.
If you have any questions or queries, please contact the Wills and Probate Department and we will be able to help you further. Please call 01937 832371 or you can email privateclient@bjhsolicitors.co.uk