At Bartlett’s, our probate solicitors, Wrexham, specialise in supporting clients with administering a loved one’s Estate. We understand that the complexities of the probate process can seem overwhelming, especially when you are grieving the death of someone dear to you. Our probate solicitors, Wrexham, combine exceptional legal expertise with empathy and a human touch. We will support and guide you through the probate process with care and sensitivity.
To speak to our experts please call us free of charge on 0800 988 3674 or Make A Free Online Enquiry.
What Do Our Probate Solicitors, Wrexham, Do?
When someone passes away, the legal process of finalising their affairs and distributing their Estate is known as probate. Probate is usually required before you can deal with an Estate, whether or not the deceased person left a Will.
Estate administration involves a variety of legal, tax, and financial tasks, many of which require specialist knowledge to handle effectively. This is where our probate solicitors, Wrexham, step in. We have extensive experience in guiding executors, administrators, and beneficiaries through the probate process, offering expert legal advice and personal support throughout.
Our probate solicitors, Wrexham, can oversee the entire probate process for you, or they can offer advice on discreet issues. Just a few examples of the types of services we offer include the following:
• Assessing The Estate And Giving Initial Advice
When you instruct us to advise you in the administration of your loved one’s Estate, our probate solicitors, Wrexham, will begin by reviewing the Estate and assessing its complexity.
Our probate solicitors, Wrexham, will advise you if you need to apply for probate. It is probable that you will, because most Estates cannot be administered without the appropriate Grant. However, if the Estate in question is particularly small, or if the deceased person owned all of their assets jointly with another person, such as their spouse, you may not need to apply for probate.
• Applying For The Grant Of Representation
Our probate solicitors, Wrexham, will prepare the application required for the Grant of Representation in your case. Ensuring your application is accurate and provides the necessary information and relevant documentation will allow the Probate Registry to process your application swiftly and minimise any delays.
• Valuing The Estate
Before you can begin distributing the Estate, you need to establish its value. This involves calculating the value of the assets, with professional assistance where necessary, and determining the extent of the deceased person’s debts and liabilities.
Our probate solicitors, Wrexham, will liaise with all relevant financial institutions and professional advisors, such as estate agents, on your behalf to ensure an accurate Estate valuation.
• Advising On Inheritance Tax Issues
If the Estate exceeds the nil-rate band for inheritance tax, which is currently £325,000, you will likely need to pay inheritance tax. Our probate solicitors, Wrexham, will manage the tax aspects of your estate administration, advising on any reliefs and exemptions available, and ensuring accurate reporting and timely payment.
• Identifying Beneficiaries
Accurately identifying the beneficiaries entitled to inherit the Estate is vital. If your loved one left a Will, that document will contain details of the beneficiaries. If they died intestate, without leaving a Will, their Estate will be distributed in accordance with the Inheritance Rules. The Inheritance Rules specify the family members who should inherit an Estate and their order of priority.
Our probate solicitors, Wrexham, will help you to locate all beneficiaries, some of whom may not be known to you, and ensure the Estate is distributed lawfully.
• Collecting And Distributing Assets
Once the Grant of Representation has been received and any outstanding debts and taxes have been paid, our probate solicitors, Wrexham, will arrange for the assets to be collected and distributed among the beneficiaries. This aspect must be very carefully managed to avoid any claims being made against the Estate by disgruntled beneficiaries down the line.
• Handling Contested Probate Matters
Unfortunately, disputes sometimes arise over how an Estate should be administered. These disputes can be hard-fought and emotive and must be sensitively handled to avoid lengthy, expensive litigation and preserve important personal relationships.
Our probate solicitors, Wrexham, have extensive experience in Wills and probate disputes. We firmly believe that our clients’ energy and efforts would be best spent on coming to terms with their loss, rather than engaging in court proceedings. We strive to resolve Wills and probate disputes as quickly, amicably, and cost-efficiently as possible. We have a proven track record in settling disputes of this nature on excellent terms for our clients without the need for litigation.
Where Can You Find Our Probate Solicitors, Wrexham?
Our probate solicitors, Wrexham, are situated in the heart of Wrexham. With close personal and professional ties to the region, we are proud to serve our local community and offer a Welsh language service to those who wish to use it.
To speak to our experts please call us free of charge on 0800 988 3674 or Make A Free Online Enquiry.
