Estate administration

When someone dies there are a number of steps that need to be undertaken to deal with the administration of their estate. Burton & Co can help with all aspects of estate administration from simply applying for a Grant of Probate or Letters of Administration to administering the whole of the estate. This may include obtaining valuations of the assets, preparing Inheritance Tax accounts, cashing in or transferring the assets in the estate, paying debts and distributing the estate.

What is Probate

Probate is an order given by the High Court which confirms the deceased’s will is valid and authorises the Executors to deal with the estate in accordance with the terms of the Will.

Will I need a Grant of Probate

This will depend on the assets in estate. Any assets worth more than £15,000 generally require a Grant of Probate to cash or transfer them. Probate is always required where the estate has a property in it

What if someone dies without a Will

If someone dies without a Will they are considered to have died intestate. Their estate will be dealt with according to the Intestacy rules. Rather than obtaining a Grant of Probate you will need to apply for Letters of Administration.

For more information or to make an appointment to see a Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive in either our Lincoln or our Sleaford office please contact us on 01522 523215. Why not take advantage of our Ask the Expert service for just £149.

Richard French
Partner - Private Client
Lincoln
  • Wills and probate
  • Estate administration
  • Inheritance and tax planning
  • Power of attorney
  • Will and inheritance disputes

Wills and probate

No one likes to think about death or the effect it has on those we leave behind but sadly none of us are immortal and we cannot predict what the future holds. Making a Will gives you the opportunity to express how your property and possessions are dealt with when you die. It also allows you to appoint Executors who will have the legal authority to ensure that your wishes are carried out.

Estate administration

When someone dies there are a number of steps that need to be undertaken to deal with the administration of their estate. Burton & Co can help with all aspects of estate administration from simply applying for a Grant of Probate or Letters of Administration to administering the whole of the estate. This may include obtaining valuations of the assets, preparing Inheritance Tax accounts, cashing in or transferring the assets in the estate, paying debts and distributing the estate.

Inheritance and tax planning

Taxes are one certainty in life. Planning ahead allows you to minimise the amount of Inheritance Tax payable on your death.

Power of attorney

A Lasting Power of Attorney is a document which can be prepared by you to cover the situation in the future where you may lose, or begin to lose, your mental capacity so that you become incapable of dealing with your own financial affairs or health and welfare issues. A Lasting Power of Attorney gives you the opportunity to select, whilst you are still able to do so, those people that you would wish to take care of your affairs for you in those circumstances.

Will and inheritance disputes

Sometimes when a person dies the terms of their Will can lead to disagreements. Disputes can arise about who or what is included or excluded under the terms of the Will.

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