At Batchelors, our team are here to help. We can provide you with as much or as little support as you need during this difficult time.
Probate where a Will has been left
Probate is the process of proving that a Will is valid and that the executors are the persons entitled to deal with the assets of the deceased.
A Grant of Probate is only issued to the executor(s) named in the Will and is usually required where the deceased had assets in their sole name of over £5,000, although some banks are now increasing this threshold.
Applying for a Grant of Probate involves:
- Completing a probate application form
- Completing an Inheritance Tax form (even if no tax is payable)
- Sending the application to your local Probate Office, together with the death certificate, the original Will and an application fee
How Batchelors Solicitors can help
Applying for a Grant of Probate can be time consuming and involves a fair amount of paperwork. Our expert team offers a complete probate service on your behalf.
How Batchelors Solicitors can help
We can provide you with advice on the distribution of an estate under the laws of Intestacy and help you with the application for Letters of Administration.
Probate – where there is no Will
Unfortunately it is still relatively common for people to die without leaving a valid Will.
In such circumstances, ‘Letters of Administration’ are usually required. These are similar to a Grant of Probate, but are issued to the next of kin. The Intestacy Rules apply in such cases.
It is important to be aware that if you were cohabiting, rather than married or in a civil partnership, you will be unable to apply for Letters of Administration.
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