The first step is to work out who should apply for letters of administration
We can give you full advice about whether you are allowed to apply for Letters of Administration, who will receive the estate if there is no Will and assist with the application to the court.
A Will can be cancelled simply by creating a new Will which states that all previous Wills are revoked. Your …
Read more Wills & ProbateFirstly you will need to break the news to friends and relatives, register the death and organise the funeral. It …
Read more Wills & ProbateThere are several options for protecting your children’s inheritance if you die before your spouse/civil partner/partner. The choice can depend …
Read more Wills & ProbateIf you don’t have a Will when you die, the law will decide how your estate is distributed. This is …
Read more Wills & ProbateWhat happens to property abroad when you die depends on the law of the country where it is located. In …
Read more Wills & ProbatePartners will usually hold their property jointly, this is known as ‘Joint Tenants’. If you hold your property as Joint …
Read more Wills & ProbateYou are responsible for taking charge of the property, money and belongings. You will be held personally and financially responsible …
Read more Wills & ProbateYes, the solicitor is allowed to charge reasonable costs for acting as an executor. The usual charges are between 1½ …
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