Probate
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At Howard & Over, our dedicated team is here to guide you through each stage of the probate process. From securing the Grant of Probate to distributing the estate’s assets and settling liabilities, we offer clear, tailored support to help you navigate this often-complex area as well as offering fixed fees to make sure you fully understand how much the estate will pay. We also provide expert advice on Inheritance Tax to reduce any financial strain on your loved ones. We’re here to help you every step of the way.
Validating the Will
Confirming the Will’s validity and ensuring it reflects the wishes of the deceased.
Identifying and Valuing Assets
Listing the deceased’s assets and determining their value for distribution.
Paying Inheritance Tax
Before a Grant of Probate can be obtained, we will complete all of the appropriate tax forms and settle the Inheritance Tax. In most circumstances, only once the tax is paid, can the Grant of Probate be received.
Applying for a Grant of Probate
Once the Revenue have received the Inheritance Tax, submitting the required documents to the Probate Registry to obtain the legal authority needed to manage the estate.
Paying Liabilities
Settling outstanding debts before distributing the estate.
Distributing the Estate
Distributing the estate’s assets to the beneficiaries in accordance with the Will.
Finalising the Estate
Ensuring all legal requirements are met before producing estate accounts showing everything that has been received and paid out of the estate.
Navigating the complexities of probate doesn’t have to be overwhelming. With the support of our experts, you can manage the administration of the estate with confidence, protecting your loved ones and ensuring their future is secure. Get in touch with us today for expert support from normal people.
Once the value of the estate has been established, and any Inheritance Tax has been paid, an application for a Grant of Probate can be made to the Probate Registry. This process requires submitting the original Will to the Probate Registry. Once granted, the Grant of Probate authorises the executor to encash or transfer the assets within the estate.
Our team can assist you throughout the probate application process, ensuring all paperwork is completed accurately to avoid delays. We offer flexible services, whether you need us to handle the entire administration or just need help with obtaining the Grant of Probate for a fixed fee.
Whatever your needs, our experienced team is here to provide clear, jargon-free advice tailored to your situation. Speak with our experts today to get started.
We provide expert advice on Inheritance Tax planning, ensuring that you are fully informed about your potential tax liabilities and how best to manage them. Our team can guide you on exemptions, reliefs, and planning strategies to help reduce the impact of Inheritance Tax on your estate. We aim to ensure that your estate is administered in the most tax-efficient way, protecting your assets for future generations.
Speak to our team today for clear, personalised advice.
These disputes can be emotionally and financially taxing, but with the help of our experienced solicitors, we can guide you through the process of challenging or defending a Will. Our team strives to resolve matters effectively and efficiently, aiming to protect your interests while reducing the stress of legal proceedings.
For expert guidance and support with contested probate, get in touch with our team today.
Frequently Asked Questions
While we always recommend having a Will, many people pass away without leaving one behind. If this happens, the estate is distributed according to the intestacy rules, which can often lead to unintended consequences. Without a Will, your estate may not be distributed in a way that reflects your wishes, and family members may face complications in administering the estate.
If you are dealing with an estate where there is no Will, our probate team can help. We have extensive experience with intestacy cases and can guide you through the process of distributing the estate in accordance with the law. Our experts will ensure that your loved one’s estate is managed fairly and in line with the intestacy rules, minimising complications and delays.
An executor is responsible for administering the deceased's estate according to their Will. This includes securing assets, paying debts and taxes, applying for probate, and distributing the estate to the beneficiaries. Executors must act in the best interest of the estate and comply with legal obligations.
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