When managing a loved one’s estate, understanding the various financial and legal elements can feel overwhelming. Among the key concepts you will encounter are probate value and market value - two terms that are often confused but which have very different implications.

Understanding how long it takes to receive inheritance after probate can be challenging, because there are many considerations and steps involved in the probate process. Here, our expert probate solicitors outline the key factors that can affect the timeline of estate administration, to help you understand how long probate could be expected to last and when you can expect your inheritance.

Dealing with the death of a loved one can be a challenging time, particularly with all of the legal pitfalls that it presents. In our article, we explain some of the legal aspects involved, and answer the question: how long does it take to get a grant of probate?

In this guide, we will outline how to select a wills solicitor and why it matters, whether you are writing a new will or updating an old one.

The team at Percy Hughes & Roberts specialises in Trusts, Wills, and Probate services. Here, we discuss the most significant legal pitfalls that people face when planning for the administration of an estate and how you can avoid them.

When a person dies, a process of estate administration begins. The person's assets are valued, their debts are paid, and their belongings are passed on to the people named in their will. However, before this can happen, the will often needs to go through a legal process called probate.

Writing a last will and testament without professional support can be a daunting task. This checklist is designed to guide you through the process, making it easier to create a will that reflects your values and provides peace of mind for those you leave behind. We have also provided tick boxes next to each item if you wish to print this page out.

As the executor of an estate, you are entrusted with the responsibility of carrying out the wishes of a deceased person and managing their estate in accordance with the law. The process of administering a will or trust involves various legal, financial, and administrative tasks that must be handled with care and precision.

In this guide, the probate experts at Percy Hughes & Roberts Solicitors aim to offer clarity on what a probate lawyer does and the services that they can offer. If you have any questions we have not answered, our expert Wills, Trusts & Probate solicitors are happy to speak to you regarding your query and provide the legal services you need.