Will Administration & Probate

Probate is the legal administration of a Will, which allows Banks and Building Societies to pay out money following a death. Will administration is the process of executing the Will – including all detail, paperwork, notifications, and disbursements. At a time of loss and bereavement, it is advisable to engage the services of experienced legal representatives to complete these processes, which can often be complicated and sensitive.#

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It is quite common for people named as executors of a Will to seek legal representatives to act as Professional Executors on their behalf. This ensures that all matters concerning the Will in question, and the death of your loved one, are handled in a timely and efficient manner, with the utmost discretion assured. Having an independent legal expert take on the role of Professional Executor is especially beneficial in cases where potentially contentious issues are involved. In such cases, this legal representative can help defuse family conflict, and avoid accusations of impropriety and bias being levied between loved ones. Furthermore, as an Executor, when administering and executing an estate, you can be personally liable for any errors made during the process, and advice and guidance from legal experts can ensure this is avoided.

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At Scotts Hall & Birtles Solicitors, we have a highly experienced team of lawyers able to assist you with all probate and Will administration issues. As a local law firm, we have 180 years of experience in helping clients across North Yorkshire and the surrounding regions so, in engaging our services, you can rest assured that our advice and guidance is based in expert knowledge, and deep, historical ties to the area.

To learn more about how we can help you with probate and Will administration, please contact our team today.