Probate and the Administration of Estates

In the event of the death of a loved one, their estate will need to be dealt with through Probate.

In the event of a persons death, there certain legal formalities that will follow. One of which is to deal with the property, money, and possessions of the person who has died – collectively known as their ‘estate’.

This legal process of this is called the Administration of the Estate. The approach to this process will depend upon if the deceased had made a Will or not.

Where there is a Will

Where a Will is in place, the deceased will have named the person/s who they wish to take care of these matters – the ‘Executors’. The Executors will need to apply for a Grant of Probate, a legal document which is needed to deal with most assets.

Where there is no Will

Where a person dies without making a Will the rules of intestacy apply to their estate. In this case it will be necessary to obtain a Grant of Letters of Administration, to be given the legal authority to administer the estate.

Our Services

Jordans Solicitors can help with all aspects of Probate and Administration of Estates, whether or not a Will has been made, and for estates both simple or complex, including:

Checking the validity of the Will or advising on the effect of the Intestacy Rules
Valuing assets within the estate.
Establishing the liabilities within the estate.
Applying for the Grant of Probate or Letters of Administration.
Collecting assets into the estate and paying any outstanding debts
Paying any legacies within the estate.
Distributing the assets within the estate in accordance with the terms of the Will or the rules of intestacy.
Attending to all of the taxation implications in dealing with the administration of the estate. This will include income tax, capital gains tax and inheritance tax where applicable.
Ensuring that the Executor or Administrator has been protected personally from any subsequent claims against the estate

We can also provide advice with regards to Deeds of Variation, which can be used after the person has died, to change the terms of their Will. These are usually either because the main beneficiary is happy to give up part of their inheritance to someone else, or to structure the estate more efficiently for tax.

How can Jordans help?

Our wills and probate team is made up of specialist lawyers who have many years of experience in advising and assisting clients in dealing with all aspects of the administration of estates, whether under a grant of probate or of letters of administration.

They provide expert advice whilst being committed to excellent client care through a client focused, efficient and cost effective service.

You can contact us about our services on 01924 868933 or 0330 300 1103 or request a call-back below.

FAQs

Probate is the legal and financial processes involved in dealing with the property, money and possessions (collectively known as the assets) of a person who has died.
The probate process includes proving the validity of a Will (if there is one) and confirming the authority to the executors to administer the estate of the person who has died.
The Executors will need to apply for a Grant of Probate, a legal document which is needed to deal with most assets such as bank accounts, selling property etc.
The costs of applying for a Grant of Probate, collecting and distributing the assets for an estate will depend upon the individual circumstances and complexity of the matter.
The estimated costs for a straightforward estate would start from £3,000 (+VAT) plus disbursements. A more in-depth breakdown of probate costs can be found here.
For a more detailed quote, contact us on [email protected] or call 0330 300 1103.

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Our reviews

Sophie Costello

Sophie provided an excellent will writing service and was professional and helpful with advice and answering any questions throughout the process. I would thoroughly recommend Sophie to anyone looking to put their will in place.

Robert Bates

Dual LPA set up & completed in a timely manner with excellent explanations & guidance coupled with good communications, including contacting relevant family members.

Alicia Burbeary

I found Alicia to be a clear communicator who made sure I understood the implications of the decisions I was taking. She could not have completed the work any more efficiently; The copy of my Will was received in line with the timeline Alicia had outlined. I was most satisfied with the whole process, including the cost.

Sophie Costello

Arranging the meeting was very easy & efficient. The meeting was both friendly and courteous, everything was explained and our questions answered. The production of documentation was on time and we were proactively chased up on a delay to our return of signed documents, which we found good, as in our experience other solicitors in other practices have not been proactive. We now await the LPAs being registered.

Lisa McGirr

Lisa has been a wonderful help to our family. Her insightful and experience took away much of the worries. She did only needed certain details to get the things sorted. So impressed how smoothly and quickly things took place without any problems. Thank you Lisa McGirr at Jordans Solicitors Dewsbury.

Lisa McGirr

Lisa was very professional. She also took time to answer my question very clearly. She gave me confidence and trust. She was fast in responding to my mails. Thank you

Lucy Copley

Lucy ambler was efficient and charming

Lucy Copley

My experience with Jordans has been brilliant. The process has been clearly explained throughout, and breakdowns of cost provided. The team have been responsive and advised on queries clearly to help navigate the process.

Sophie Costello

Would definitely recommend, everything explained fully and nothing too much trouble, answered all our questions and advised when needed, very friendly and professional. I would have no hesitation in recommending this Solicitors which we have used previously for our Will drawing up.

Lisa McGirr

First class service, Lisa McGirr was brilliant!

Sophie Costello

Lucy Copley

My partner and I were getting wills written up, all the details were well explained and every question was answered in detail in an easy to understand way. It was a very straightforward and quick process. Communication in person, over the phone and emails was very professional and made us feel like we were in a safe pair of hands.

Robert Bates

Nothing to improve. No comments to make, just thank you

Lisa McGirr

A credit to your company. A very professional service was given by Lisa McGirr.

Lisa McGirr

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Lisa McGirr

Miss McGirr made it very easy to understand.

Lisa McGirr

Fabulous service, very quick and easy to produce and explicit throughout. Thank you

Lisa McGirr

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Lisa McGirr

Lisa Mcgirr helped us with our wills,she enabled us to fulfill our wishes and expertly explained things like inheritance tax and powers of attorney. Lisa was supremely professional, very patient and very pleasant.

Lucy Copley

I met with Lucy to make a new Will and she made the procedure very simple and straightforward at a difficult time. I would use Jordans again and I give this recommendation without reserve and with the utmost of pleasure.