Support for the process of registering an inheritance: from collecting documents to obtaining a certificate in the UK

Support for the process of registering an inheritance: from collecting documents to obtaining a certificate in the UK

The inheritance process in the UK is a multi-stage legal procedure that begins at the time of a person's death and continues until the final distribution of their assets among the heirs. This process can seem complicated and confusing, especially for those who are unfamiliar with the English legal system.
Consultant Law Firm provides comprehensive support to clients in this sensitive area. We help you through all stages: from collecting the initial documentation to obtaining an official certificate of inheritance (Grant of Probate or Letters of Administration) — in compliance with all legal requirements and without unnecessary stress for the client.

Legal assistance in obtaining a Grant of Probate

A Grant of Probate is a document issued by the court to the person acting as executor of the will. It allows the executor to officially dispose of the deceased's assets. If there is no will, an administrator is appointed, who receives Letters of Administration.
Consultant lawyers provide full preparation and submission of an application to the Probate Registry, which includes:

1. Verification of the validity of the will (if it exists) and its registration.
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   Identification of the person authorised to manage the estate.
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   Collection and analysis of financial information about the estate (assets/liabilities).
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   Preparation of a complete set of documents for submission to the court.
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   Submission of forms to HMRC for the valuation of the estate (e.g. IHT205 or IHT400).
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   Communication with banks, financial institutions, government agencies and registries.

These steps ensure a quick, correct and legally flawless resolution of inheritance issues.

List of key documents we help to collect

To start the inheritance process in the UK, you need to collect a number of important documents. Proper preparation of this package is key to the timely submission of an application for a Grant of Probate or Letters of Administration:

• Death certificate.
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  Original or notarised copy of the will.
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  Passports/ID of the person submitting the application.
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  Documents confirming family ties (in the absence of a will).
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  Complete information about assets (real estate, bank accounts, pension funds, shares, valuables, vehicles).
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  List of liabilities (mortgages, loans, personal debts).
  Valuation of property on the date of death (for calculating inheritance tax).

Collecting these documents will avoid delays and ensure timely receipt of a court decision so that you can dispose of your inheritance without unnecessary hassle.

Comprehensive estate administration service: from taxes to property distribution

Obtaining a certificate is only the first step. Next comes the estate administration stage, which includes legal, financial and organisational work. This process requires diligence, adherence to deadlines and knowledge of tax legislation.
Our highly qualified lawyers offer:

• A full inventory of all assets in the estate.
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  Preparation of a professional property valuation (in accordance with HMRC requirements).
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  Filing inheritance tax returns and paying inheritance tax.
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  Obtaining permits for the sale of property or transfer of assets to the heirs.
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  Repayment of all debts related to the inheritance.
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  Preparation of final reports (estate accounts) for the heirs.
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  Distribution of assets in accordance with the will or the law (in the case of intestacy).

Thanks to this comprehensive approach, you can be sure that all legal, financial and organizational aspects will be resolved professionally and in full compliance with the requirements of the law.

Support for non-standard inheritance cases: international assets, absence of a will, legal disputes

In many cases, the inheritance procedure is complicated by the absence of a will, the presence of assets abroad or conflicts between potential heirs.
We also handle the following inheritance cases:

• Intestate succession — determining legal heirs, obtaining.
• Letters of Administration.
  Cross-border succession — processing inheritance that includes assets in other countries (EU, USA, Canada, Asia).
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  Resolution of inheritance disputes — representation of clients' interests in the event of disagreement between heirs or doubts about the actions of the executor.
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  Trusts & inheritance planning — support for trust management, restructuring of inheritance.
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  Appeal against a will — if there are suspicions of forgery or pressure on the person who made the will.

The Consultant team has experience in handling complex inheritance cases and offers effective legal solutions even in unusual cases.

Why choose Consultant law firm?

Full cycle of services — from initial consultation to closing the inheritance case.

Transparency of the process — regular reporting and explanations of each stage.

Optimal deadlines — minimisation of the risk of delays through the correct submission of documents.

Frequently asked questions about the inheritance process