What happens to property abroad when you die depends on the law of the country where it is located.
In most cases it is recommended that you make a Will in that country to cover the foreign property. It is essential that your foreign and English Wills do not conflict
To make a Will, you have to have capacity to understand what you own, what making a will actually means …
Read more Wills & ProbateThe first step is to work out who should apply for letters of administration We can give you full advice …
Read more Wills & ProbateA member of your family, your partner, a friend or solicitor may act as your executor. The executor must be …
Read more Wills & ProbateThis is the term used to cover everything that needs to be done to deal with an estate. It involves …
Read more Wills & ProbateYes, the solicitor is allowed to charge reasonable costs for acting as an executor. The usual charges are between 1½ …
Read more Wills & ProbateUp to 4 executors can act at a time. At least two executors are needed if their might be a …
Read more Wills & ProbateProbate is the process of proving that a Will is valid and confirming the Executor’s authority to administer the estate …
Read more Wills & ProbateUnlike an intestacy, where children must take their inheritance at 18, if you make a Will you can specify at …
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