Ensuring the Probate process is handled correctly is crucial to avoid potential disputes. Many executors are surprised by the amount of work involved and the legal liabilities they may face if errors occur.

Our specialist Probate Solicitors will manage all aspects of Probate for you, from applying to the Court, gathering assets, paying Inheritance Tax, and distributing the estate according to the Will.

With us handling your Probate, you can be confident that the process will run smoothly, and the beneficiaries will receive their rightful inheritance.

Based in our Nuneaton offices, we are a diverse, multi-lingual law firm using best-in-class technology to provide clients with streamlined, modern, and highly effective Wills, Trusts, and estate planning advice and representation. Our extensive experience in private client law means we have a strong reputation for excellence with the UK’s top Barristers, King’s Counsel, Estate Agents, Independent Financial Advisers, Tax Advisors, Surveyors, and Business Succession Planning Advisors, who can provide additional support to our Wills, Trusts, and estate planning department if needed.

Common Questions About Probate

What is Probate?

Probate is the process of administering the estate of someone who has died. It involves locating and examining their Will, paying off any debts, and distributing the deceased’s property and assets. The process can be detailed, time-consuming, and technical.

How do I apply for Probate if there is no Will?

If the deceased did not leave a Will, you need to apply for a Grant of Letters of Administration. Once granted, the estate must be distributed according to the Rules of Intestacy.

How long does Probate take?

If you have been appointed as an Executor, you must apply to the Court for a Grant of Probate. This typically takes around eight weeks. Once granted, it can take six to twelve months to identify and collect all assets, settle debts, and distribute the estate.

Do I need a Solicitor to manage the Probate process?

If the estate is straightforward and you have time to fulfil your duties as an executor, you may not need a Solicitor. However, it is crucial to seek professional advice if any of the following circumstances apply:

• The estate is complex, such as involving a business or overseas property.
• The estate is bankrupt.
• The Will is being contested.
• The Will creates a Trust.
• There are complex tax issues.
• The competence of the Administrator or Executor is in question.

Is an executor liable for any mistakes made during Probate?

Executors can be liable for negligence if mistakes are made during the Probate process. Errors such as misinterpreting the Will, failing to gather all assets, paying out before settling debts and taxes, or miscalculating inheritance tax can result in legal claims against the executor. Our Solicitors can manage Probate for you, minimising the risk of such errors.

Can you help me if the Will or Probate is being contested?

The increase in property values has led to more disputes over Wills and Probate. As a full-service law firm, our Probate Solicitors and Dispute Resolution team can work together to advise and represent you if Probate is contested. We will handle the matter and work tenaciously to protect your interests.

Why Choose Us?

Our Probate Solicitors ensure you fulfil your executor role competently and legally. Dealing with a loved one’s death is never easy. Our compassionate Solicitors will advise you sensitively and practically, ensuring the Probate process is completed as quickly as possible.

People choose and recommend us because we care about them, their families, and their futures. Our Wills, Trusts, and Estate Planning Solicitors focus on achieving results cost-effectively and efficiently. This dedication makes us one of the most successful and busy private client lawyers in Nuneaton and Warwickshire.

Cocks Lloyd Solicitors provides exceptional Probate Solicitors and Wills, Estate & Trusts services to clients. People choose and recommend us not just in Nuneaton, Tamworth, Atherstone, Hinckley and Leicester, but across Warwickshire, Staffordshire, Leicestershire and the West Midlands, and the whole of the UK, because we get results.

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