Probate is not a Legal Service

Nearly three-quarters of the UK population wrongly believe that probate is a legal service.

A recent survey by Bristol-based estate administration company Kings Court Trust revealed that 74% of clients of financial advisers think that you have to use a solicitor when sorting out the money and possessions of someone who has died. In fact, less than 6% knew that probate could be carried out by anyone. The remainder were not sure.

Although this is well-known within the industry, people who may only have to carry out this process once or twice in their lives still view probate as something that must be handled by a traditional legal service provider.

You can, of course, complete the whole process yourself. But it can be a legal minefield and most people can do without the stress of the form filling, the endless telephone calls and the frustration of not knowing the correct procedures at such an emotional time.

Heritage Will Writing is an agent for Kings Court Trust, who can take care of everything from obtaining the grant of probate to rehoming the beloved family pet. Whether you need help with estate administration, wealth management or will writing, contact Heritage Will Writing on 02380 879243.