“When a person dies somebody has to deal with their estate (money property and possessions left) by collecting in all the money, paying any debts and distributing what is left to those people entitled to it. Probate is the court’s authority; given to a person or persons to administer a deceased person’s estate and the document issued by the Probate Service is called a Grant of Representation. This document is usually required by the asset holders as proof to show the correct person or persons have the Probate Service’s authority to administer a deceased person’s estate.” ⁽¹⁾

In straight forward language a Grant of Probate is an order of the Court giving one or more people the legal authority to administer the estate of the deceased in order to distribute it correctly to the beneficiaries.

At Peasegoods Solicitors, we pride ourselves on providing a sympathetic and personal probate service to suit your individual needs.

Dealing with someone’s affairs when they die can be complicated, confusing and lengthy, often taking months to complete. Not what you need at a distressing and emotional time. Depending on your own particular circumstances, we offer various levels of assistance. This can range from giving you help and advice on how to complete probate, inheritance tax and property transfer forms, to a complete probate or administration service whereby no interviews with the probate office or probate registry are necessary. Peasegoods Solicitors can also provide these same services in the event there is no will.

If you would like help with getting probate following a death or dealing with the estate of a relative or friend then please contact us for a free initial discussion regarding our services and costs.

⁽¹⁾ HM Courts and Tribunals Service www.justice.gov.uk

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If you require further information contact Peasegoods on 0800 163 059 or fill in the online contact form.