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June 24, 2022

How can I fulfil the role of an Executor?

What is an executor? The role of an executor is incredibly important. An executor is someone named in the Will, who takes responsibility for sorting out the estate of the person who has died and carrying out the provisions of the Will.  The deceased might have chosen a family member, a friend or even…
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June 17, 2022

How do I find someone’s Will in the UK?

Finding a person’s Will can be tricky.  It may surprise you to find out that there is no compulsory Will Register in the UK.  If you believe your loved one signed a Will, but it cannot be found, you will need to strategically follow up all lines of enquiry and search for the Will…
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December 27, 2018

Can executors be held personally liable for the debts of the deceased?

Executors are under a duty to administer and distribute the deceased’s estate correctly.   This may seem like a simple task.  However, many executors underestimate the time investment required and the frequency with which complex legal and tax issues arise.  Moreover, there is no room for error when winding up an estate. Mistakes can lead…
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December 9, 2018

Government proposes an increase in probate fees

The Government has announced plans to increase the fee for a Grant of Probate in England and Wales. As part of the process of administering a deceased estate, executors are commonly required to obtain a Grant of Probate. The Grant of Probate confirms their authority to act and gain control of the deceased’s assets. A…
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