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This area covers death-related matters under English law, including probate, administration of estates, and the distribution of assets after someone dies. A solicitor in this field advises executors and administrators, prepares and submits grant applications for probate or letters of administration, gathers and values the deceased’s assets, pays debts and taxes, and oversees the transfer of property to beneficiaries. They also help with intestacy planning, catch-up for tax liabilities, and dealing with banks, government bodies, and insurers on behalf of the estate.

Where a solicitor protects your position

The solicitor’s role concentrates on securing the estate by applying for the correct grant (probate or administration), identifying heirs, and ensuring timely payment of liabilities, debts and taxes. They ensure proper distribution of assets under the will or intestacy rules, and manage key steps such as asset realisation, safeguarding bank accounts and title to property, and coordinating with executors, trustees or beneficiaries as required.

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Naomi Message

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Following the death of my wife, it was necessary to update my will. This was handled by Naomi, who was informative, friendly, and professional, and provided an excellent service.

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Sarah Lister

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Amazing assistance, thorough, timely and supportive. Sarah Lister was skilled in her work and she gave estimates of how long things would take. Sarah managed the complexity of this issue smoothly and successfully. Sarah went over and above to help me through a grief process.

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Sarah Babajee

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Very approachable, Sarah Babajee has set up a will including a discretionary trust for our disabled son which will now give us peace of mind. Very recommended.

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Julie Ann Ashley

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Have recently used Gardner Champion solicitors for Probate services. Gardner Champion provided a thoroughly professional service, were very approachable and professional in all aspects. Would use again and highly recommend.

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Hina Ditta

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I am so delighted with the way Hina Ditta prepared my will. I could tell from our first meeting that I was in ‘safe hands’. She listened so carefully and the succinct questions that she asked showed that. Hina is highly personable and guided me expertly through the pros and cons of the detail of my wishes for my Will. My draft Will came to me very shortly after our meeting and it had captured all that I wanted. Hina included a really helpful ‘compendium’ of explanations of some of the legal terms of my Will. I found that invaluable. She also offered further advice of certain inclusions that would help upon my death. My second meeting with Hina was equally welcoming and warm and really completely hassle free. The final Will contains all that I wanted. The fee for Will writing was what I had expected. No surprises and I would not hesitate to recommend Hina.

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