Losing a loved one or supporting someone who can no longer manage their own affairs can feel overwhelming. We’re here to make the process simpler.
Our team provides straightforward advice on probate and estate administration matters – guiding you step by step so you feel reassured and supported throughout.
If you are named as an executor in a will, you may need to apply for a Grant of Probate before you can manage the estate. This legal document confirms your authority to deal with the person’s assets.
We’ll handle the application process for you, ensuring the forms are completed correctly and submitted without delay. With our help, you can move forward with confidence knowing everything has been taken care of properly.
Administering an estate often involves more than just applying for probate. There may be inheritance tax to calculate and pay, debts to settle, assets to collect, and funds to distribute to beneficiaries. For many people, this can feel like a heavy responsibility at an already difficult time.
We can manage the entire process on your behalf – from the initial probate application to final distribution of the estate. Our role is to alleviate the stress on you and your family, ensuring that everything is handled with accuracy, care and efficiency.
Probate and estate matters often raise lots of questions – here are straightforward answers to help you feel informed and reassured.
Probate is the official permission needed to deal with someone’s estate after they die. If there’s a valid will, the court issues a Grant of Probate to confirm it and name the executors. This gives them the authority to collect assets, pay any debts, and pass on what’s left to the people named in the will.
Not always – it depends on the size of the estate and the assets involved.
It can take several months, sometimes longer if the estate is complex.
They handle everything from paying debts and taxes to distributing assets to beneficiaries.
The estate is dealt with under intestacy rules, which may not reflect personal wishes.
You don’t have to, but professional help makes the process easier and avoids mistakes.
At Belcher Addison, we understand how personal and emotional these situations can be. Our team combines legal expertise with genuine empathy, offering clear explanations and practical support throughout. We’ll take the time to listen, understand your needs and ensure you feel reassured and supported at every step.
Whether you just need help applying for probate, or you’d prefer us to take on the full administration of the estate, we’ll provide a service that’s tailored to you.
Contact us
Visit us at our North Street or West Street offices in Emsworth, call or email us, or arrange a video appointment. However you’d like to get in touch, we’re ready to help.
