Probate is the legal process of dealing with someone’s estate after they die. That can include confirming authority to act, gathering in assets, paying debts and tax, and making sure the right people receive what they are entitled to. Often it is referred to as Estate Administration.
We are not offering a probate service just yet, but it is something we are actively preparing to launch. If probate is likely to affect your family, it is still worth talking now so you understand what may be involved and where good planning can make life easier later.
Why probate matters
Probate often arrives at a time when people are grieving, tired, and trying to make sense of paperwork they have never seen before. Even straightforward estates can feel overwhelming if there is no plan, no clear paperwork, or no one knows what was intended.
Good estate planning can help reduce delays, confusion, and avoidable stress. A properly prepared Will, sensible records, and the right conversations during life can make a real difference to the people left behind.
What we can help with now
Right now, we can help you think ahead. If you are making or reviewing your Will, we can explain how your choices today may affect the estate administration process later. That includes practical points around executors, family circumstances, record keeping, and how complex arrangements can create extra work after death.
If you need probate support today, we can have a sensible conversation with you and point you in the right direction where appropriate, or let you know the timescales of getting our Probate service live.
Launching soon
Our probate service is coming soon. If you would like to be one of the first to hear when it is available, or you want to discuss your situation in the meantime, book a consultation and we will talk it through with you.
Please note that conduct of Estate Administration is a reserved legal activity and should only be carried out by properly authorised persons. Our impending service will be carried out by another of our legal entities, and is properly authorised.