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When an individual passes away, there are often a considerable amount of assets and liabilities that need to be efficiently handled. A Probate and Estate Administration Solicitor can provide expert advice and guidance.
Our solicitors at Dutton Gregory have aided all types of Executors and Administrators through the process of obtaining Grants of Representation and carrying out estate administration, including in the most complex cases.
With the highest levels of skill and knowledge, our solicitors can ensure the smoothest and most straightforward process possible, allowing matters to be dealt with quickly and your focus to be on taking care of yourself and your family.
Should you choose our team for your Probate and Estate Administration, you will have caring and supportive solicitors who take the time to get to know you and your case for a truly personalised service.
Our solicitors approach all Probate and Estate Administration matters with the utmost sensitivity, ensuring you are supported throughout the entire process.
Our Expertise
Our Probate and Estate Administration solicitors in Hampshire, Dorset and Surrey have provided considerable expertise in matters including:
- Applying for Grants of Representation with the Probate Registry
- Grant of Probate
- Letters of Administration
- Advising Executors or Administrators on their duties
- Assisting with the administration of an estate
Get in touch with our Probate and Estate Administration solicitors
To discuss your probate and estate administration needs with the Dutton Gregory specialists today, please get in touch with our expert probate and estate administration solicitors in Bournemouth, Chandler’s Ford, Southampton, Winchester and Woking.
How we can assist you
Applying for Grants of Representation with the Probate Registry
When someone passes away, most of the time, their estate cannot be handled before the Grant of Representation has been granted by the Probate Registry. However, there are situations where probate is not required. This often only occurs in cases where the deceased had a low net worth.
There are two types of Grants of Representation that entirely depend on whether the deceased person died with a Will in place or not. Where there is a valid Will, the Executor will need to apply for a Grant of Probate, however, in circumstances where the deceased died without a legally valid Will, the administrator will need to obtain a Grant of Letters of Administration.
Our solicitors can advise on whether the Grant of Representation is required, and should it be, we can provide expert assistance with the application process, ensuring the correct information is provided and making certain that there are no delays in the process.
Advising Executors or Administrators on their duties
The process of estate administration can feel daunting and emotional, especially if the deceased person was a close friend or family member. Handling estate administration on top of grief can be a difficult process, particularly with the legalities and various issues you may need to address, and it is often a lengthy process.
At Dutton Gregory, our solicitors can navigate you through the estate administration process, providing guidance on your duties and answering any concerns or queries you may have. Our team will also advise you on the potential problems you may face and how this could implicate you if not done correctly.
Assisting with the administration of an estate
In situations where you do not wish to handle the estate administration, our solicitors can carry out the entire process on your behalf from start to finish.
Our estate administration solicitors can provide assistance with:
- Valuing the estate
- Obtaining the death certificate
- Opening a bank account for the estate
- Placing a statutory advertisement
- Gathering all assets from the deceased’s financial organisations, including bank accounts, investments, savings, pensions, insurance, etc.
- Settling debts
- Calculating and paying Inheritance Tax to HMRC
- Distributing the estate to the listed beneficiaries
Why choose the Dutton Gregory Probate and Estate Administration lawyers?
Relationships of value
Our solicitors understand how emotionally challenging Probate and Estate Administration can be. That’s why we strive to create a supportive relationship with each and every client we help, ensuring their stress levels are kept to a minimum.
Personal Service
No matter your circumstances, our team provide a bespoke service. We will take the time to understand your circumstances and needs, and from this, we can provide an entirely personalised legal service.
Throughout the process, we will ensure you clearly understand everything involved. We do this by delivering advice and guidance in clear, plain English without confusing legal jargon.
Reliability
At Dutton Gregory, our team has experts who have worked with a range of clients over the years throughout Hampshire, Dorset and Surrey.
Our solicitors will always be available to answer your questions and concerns on estate planning, and should you need more assistance, we can handle the entire legal process on your behalf.
Our fees
The cost of legal advice is always a key consideration, and we want to be completely transparent around this. We offer competitive rates that reflect the high level of service we provide. During your initial consultation, we will get a clear understanding of your situation and what you want to achieve so we can ensure our fees are aligned with your requirements.
For straightforward matters, we typically offer fixed fee services. This means the cost is agreed at the outset and will not change unless your requirements do.
That said, not all tax, Wills and probate matters are straightforward to resolve. Where ongoing support will be needed, we will normally charge for our services on an hourly basis. In such cases, we always give a realistic estimate of costs and keep you regularly updated so you can stay in control of how much you are spending.
Get in touch with our Probate and Estate administration solicitors in Hampshire, Dorset and Surrey
To discuss our Probate and Estate Administration service and your legal needs with the Dutton Gregory specialists today, please get in touch with our expert solicitors in Bournemouth, Chandler’s Ford, Southampton, Winchester and Woking.
