PROBATE & ESTATE SERVICES
Trusted Probate & Estate Solicitors in Brighton
Dealing with probate or administering an estate can feel overwhelming, especially after losing someone close to you. Our Brighton probate and estate solicitors provide clear, compassionate legal support with probate applications, estate administration, inheritance disputes and related estate matters.
- Specialist probate and estate solicitors
- Support for executors, administrators and beneficiaries
- Clear advice on probate applications and estate administration
- Help with inheritance disputes and contested estates
- Transparent guidance on the process and likely costs
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WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
Trusted by Individuals & Families Across Brighton
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HOW WE CAN HELP
Comprehensive Probate & Estate Services
Probate Applications
Guiding you through the probate process with clarity and care.
Estate Administration
Managing estates efficiently and in line with legal obligations.
Inheritance Disputes
Resolving disputes fairly and protecting family relationships.
Wills & Trusts
Helping you plan your estate and protect what matters most
Court of Protection
Supporting vulnerable individuals with legal protection and advice.
OUR PROBATE & ESTATE SERVICES INCLUDE
Comprehensive Probate & Estate Legal Support
Probate applications and estate administration
Full support with grant of probate, intestacy, estate management and distribution in line with legal requirements.
Will writing and estate planning
Drafting legally valid wills and lasting powers of attorney to protect you and your loved ones.
Inheritance tax planning & advice on inheritance law
Reduce liabilities and plan your estate with expert, practical advice on inheritance law.
Contentious probate resolution
Guidance and representation in disputes over wills, claims and executor disagreements.
Creation and management of trusts
Structuring trusts to protect assets, support beneficiaries and plan ahead.
Cross-border estate and probate matters
Legal support for estates with international assets or overseas beneficiaries.
Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPA)
Helping you prepare for the future with valid, secure LPAs.
Succession and estate planning for business owners
Protecting your business and planning for a smooth transition.
Court of Protection guidance
Supporting applications and advice for those lacking capacity to make decisions.
OUR PROBATE PROCESS – SIMPLE & STRAIGHTFORWARD
Initial Consultation
We listen to your situation and understand your legal needs.
Gather Information
We collect the necessary documents and details from you.
Apply for Probate
We prepare and submit the application to the Probate Registry.
Administer the Estate
We handle estate tasks and ensure distribution in line with the law.
Distribution & Close
We distribute the estate to beneficiaries and close the estate.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Probate FAQs
Probate is the legal authority needed to deal with the property, money and possessions of someone who has died. When there is a valid will, the executors may need to apply for a Grant of Probate. Probate may not be required for some smaller estates or assets held jointly, depending on the requirements of the organisations holding those assets.
No. Probate may not be required where the estate contains only limited savings or where property, money or shares pass automatically to a surviving joint owner. Banks and other financial organisations set their own requirements, so the position should be checked before administering the estate.
The Grant of Probate or Letters of Administration is usually issued within 12 weeks after a complete application is submitted. It can take longer where information is missing, inheritance tax matters remain unresolved or the application is stopped for further checks. The wider estate administration process may take several months, depending on the estate’s complexity.
The cost depends on the estate’s size and complexity. We explain the likely fees clearly before work begins.
It is possible to apply for probate without a solicitor. However, legal support may be useful where the estate includes property, inheritance tax, business interests, overseas assets, missing beneficiaries, family disagreements or concerns about the will. A solicitor can also manage the full administration process on behalf of the executors or administrators.
When someone dies without a valid will, their estate is distributed under the intestacy rules. The most entitled relative can normally apply to become the estate administrator and obtain Letters of Administration. The closest relative is usually a spouse or civil partner, followed by eligible children.