Can an overseas executor deal with a UK probate case? An overseas executor dealing with the estate of someone who was British and had UK assets, will likely need a Grant of Probate or a Grant of Letters of Administration from the UK Probate Registry. We look at the process of an overseas executor dealing with a UK probate case.…
Who is responsible for administering an estate? When someone dies, their Will names an executor who will be responsible for winding up their estate. We look at who administers an estate if the deceased did not make a Will. Also we see who can take on the role of estate administration. Normally after a death, the deceased’s personal representative, either…
Understanding Probate and answering the common questions If you are dealing with the affairs of someone who has died, you are likely to have many questions. We answer some of the common probate FAQs. Winding up an estate after a death can be complicated. Understanding the process before you start is important. This allows you to decide whether you have…
When banks ask for Grant of Probate After a death, an estate executor or administrator is responsible for winding up the deceased’s affairs. This may include obtaining a Grant of Probate. We take a look at when banks ask for a grant of probate before releasing funds. In some situations, it is not necessary to obtain a Grant of Probate…
How long must an Executor wait after probate? If you have been left a legacy in someone’s Will, you may be wondering how soon it will be distributed to you. We take a look at the probate process and why executors may wait a while before making payments to beneficiaries. How long is the executor wait after probate? After someone’s…
Is a Will considered a private document? Is a Will a private document you may ask. When you write your Will, you may wonder whether it will remain a private document. Or is there the likelihood it will become public knowledge. We take a look at the issues surrounding the publication of Wills. After the death of Prince Philip, the…
What are the Personal risks in being an executor? The executor to an estate has the job of winding up someone’s affairs after their death. The role involves both responsibility and personal financial risk. We look at the personal risks in being an executor to someone’s Will. When someone passes away, their executors (named in their Will) role is to…
What happens when an Executor fails to administer an estate After a death, the estate’s executor or administrator has the job of winding up the deceased’s affairs. We take a look at what happens when an executor is failing to administer an estate. The task of administering an estate can be time-consuming and is often complex. Where an executor or…
Probate fee increase replaces old scheme A Probate fee increase in January 2022 to a single flat rate of £273 for all applicants. We look at what the probate fee increase means for a lay executor. The probate fee increase replaces a previous system with two different fees. Individuals applying for probate themselves £215 opposed to a reduced fee of…
Probate and Estate Administration glossary of terms Dealing with someone’s estate after their death can involve a number of different terms. Below are some of the most commonly used words and phrases to help explain the probate and estate administration process. A glossary of terms A Administrator – executes the winding up of an estate where someone has died without…
