Probate Solicitor
If you are the executor of a will you need to decide whether you want to carry out the probate process yourself, or if you want to pay a professional. Generally, it is worth considering a probate solicitor if you are dealing with a complex estate. Even if you are not dealing with a complex estate, the process of probate can be stressful, and often it coincides with a difficult time in your life, so the support of a probate solicitor may be beneficial.
Complex estates include:
- Questions about the validity of the will.
- Situations where someone was deliberately left out of the will, but who may want to make a claim.
- If there are complicated arrangements, for example assets held in a trust.
- If the estate is bankrupt or insolvent, ie. The debts are more than the assets.
Expert Probate Solicitors
Our probate solicitors understand that this will be a difficult grieving process for you. They will offer you professional but compassionate and sensitive advice, guiding you through the entire process of probate. We will provide bespoke advice, negotiating with HMRC to ensure the correct amount of tax is paid and any tax saving opportunities are identified.
The Fitz Approach
Fitz was set up to oppose large, corporate law firms who overwhelm clients with technical jargon and underwhelm them with impersonal service. Most of our probate solicitors are Fitz trained and from the beginning of their career they have had our morals instilled in them.
We understand that a probate solicitor will be needed when you are going through a difficult period in your life, and so, you should choose one who will focus not only on the legal aspects, but also the wider implications. Our solicitors will ensure they adapt to the unique needs of your situation.