Dealing with the death of a loved one can be upsetting and challenging. And tackling the estate can be an overwhelming and daunting task. Here at Gadsden Coupe Solicitors we can provide valuable assistance with this matter. With our extensive legal and personal knowledge, we can handle your case with sympathy and sensitivity, to make your experience as stress free as possible.
Administering the estate is the term used to describe organising someones affairs after death. This can include:
Probate of the Will
If the person has written a Will, we can help you in obtaining a Grant of Probate. This can ensure the estate is administered in accordance with the Will and wishes of the deceased.
Ask about thisGrant of Letters ofAdministration
If the person has died without making a will, you may need to obtain a Grant of Letters ofAdministration, and to administer the estate in accordance with the laws of Intestacy. We can help with this..
Ask about thisAdvice and guidance
Advice and guidance to the administrators of the estate as to their powers and duties
Ask about thisGadsden Coupe Solicitors provide support for administers of the estate, who will have many different duties including:
Correctly valuing the estate.
Income Tax and Inheritance Tax returns and paying any tax due from estate agents. HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) can heavily penalise Administrators for incorrectly reporting the value of assets.
Distributing funds and assets in a timely manner.
Paying creditors.
Selling or transferring ownership of property.
Managing any trusts in the will.
Dealing with any prospective claims on the estate.