Probate

What is probate?

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.

Probate Scams

Please be aware that there are currently several Probate scams in operation via the Internet Many of these will inform the recipient that they are the beneficiary of a substantial legacy but will ask for fees and/or taxes in advance of sending more information or the release of funds. These will always be fraudulent and on no account should you make any payment or transfer any funds. You can obtain further information and advice concerning such scams on www.met.police.uk/fraudalert You will also find information about reporting such activity to the police, as the police may be able to close down the e-mail accounts concerned

Our Service

We realise that when you require a probate service, it is a difficult time for you as the deceased may have been someone close. Our aim is to give a high level of service ensuring guidance and understanding is delivered to you in your time of need. We are experienced in dealing with all probate and financial matters and regularly review our processes to make sure we have the latest information to hand so you do not have to worry about that aspect of the probate service.

You are important to us and we pride ourselves on communicating with you in plain English and meeting with you face to face so you can be confident you are dealing with a personal adviser rather than a call centre who may not provide a full personal service.