Probate

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Probate is the process of proving that a Will is valid and that the executors are the persons entitled to deal with the assets of the deceased.

Hethertons Solicitors offer sound, professional advice on all aspects of probate and the administration of estates.

A grant of probate is required where the deceased had assets of over £5,000. If the deceased died without leaving a Will (intestate), a similar document, known as a ‘Grant of letters of administration’ will usually be needed.

Our team can help you:

  • Identify the assets and liabilities of the estate
  • Obtain valuations of assets
  • Notify the beneficiaries named in the Will/on intestacy
  • Complete the income tax return to the date of death
  • Calculate whether any Inheritance Tax (IHT) is due from the estate
  • Complete the application for the grant and submit it to the Probate Registry
  • Register the grant and collect the money owed to the estate
  • Pay any outstanding liabilities
  • Pay any legacies
  • Distribute the estate in accordance with the terms of the Will or on intestacy
  • Prepare estate accounts

We have considerable experience advising older clients and members of our team are recognised by Solicitors for the Elderly (SFE).

For further information, please call Jonathan Baum on 01904 528380 or email jmb@hethertons.co.uk

What our clients are saying about us

Mrs W, York

Fantastic service, fantastic people very professional in very difficult times, can’t thank you enough

Mrs B, York

Special thanks and appreciation to Barbara who has always done her due diligence in making certain that my concerns have/are being addressed when handling my husband’s estate. Again, thank you for your continued cooperation and support.

Ms. H, York

Positive experience all round, friendly, professional, approachable, thanks

Mrs H, York

Brilliant Service

Mr G, York

I would just like to say that Barbara and Karen have always been very professional with all work carried out and are extremely pleasant to work with. Both are a credit to the company and the reason that I continue to...

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Mrs B, York

Thank you for the wonderful way in which you handled this matter. I know that Steve & David were most impressed.

Mrs R, York

No improvement required with your probate service, Barbara was professional, efficient and excellent dealing with our requirements. Thank you.

Mrs H, Haxby

Very professionals, expedited service, Ms Stephens handled our businesses with courteousness & tact. Completely trust her judgement and advice. Thank you.

Mrs B, Aberdeen

I have no criticism at all. I have found everyone with whom I have had contact most helpful.

Mrs G, York

We find Barbara Stephens excellent to deal with and would have no problem in recommending her.

Mrs F, York

We were extremely happy with the service of Lee Higham, friendly & professional. Thank you.

Ms B, York

Lee Higham and your team were so helpful and humane. I never dreamt making a will could be so pleasurable. A great, always are! Thank you.

Mrs H, Haxby

Service was excellent and courteous as always.

Mr & Mrs M, York

We have always found Hethertons to be friendly, helpful & efficient.

Mrs F, York

Many thanks for drawing up my Will and forwarding me a copy. I do appreciate Barbara’s calm, caring and professional approach – it has been a difficult time with my father being so poorly. But I have peace of mind...

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Ms L, York

I want to say how incredibly grateful I am to you – for everything. You have done to smooth the process of sorting out Probate, etc. in relation to my late brother’s estate. I feel so fortunate to have found...

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Ms L, York

Thank you also for all your help and efficiency over recent month!

Mr & Mrs H, York

Barbara was professional and very helpful. Her advice was first class

Mrs M, York

I would just like to say thank you for making the whole process of Power of Attorney easier. From my first enquiry to completion the whole journey was clearly explained. The lovely solicitor who dealt with us could not have been...

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Mr T, Thailand

Beth Patterson was the best person I could’ve spoken to as she explained everything very well. All I can say you have a very good solicitor in Beth. Thank you.

Mrs B, York

Special thanks and appreciation to Barbara who has always done her due diligence in making certain that my concerns have/are being addressed when handling my husband’s estate. Again, thank you for your continued cooperation and support

Mr G, York

I would just like to say that Barbara and Karen have always been very professional with all work carried out and are extremely pleasant to work with. Both are a credit to the company and the reason that I continue to...

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Mrs R, York

No improvement required with your probate service, Barbara was professional, efficient and excellent dealing with our requirements. Thank you.

Mrs G, York

We find Barbara Stephens excellent to deal with and would have no problem in recommending her.

Ms B, York

Lee Higham and your team were so helpful and humane. I never dreamt making a will could be so pleasurable. A great, always are! Thank you.

Mrs H, Haxby

Service was excellent and courteous as always.

Mrs B, York

I was entirely satisfied with the way you dealt with my Wills whatever advice I may need in the future on any legal matters, I shall have no hesitation in contacting you.

The team

Jonathan Baum

Director of Wills & Probate

01904 528380

Steven Whiting

Senior Associate

01904 528 367

Victoria Trelease

Associate Solicitor

01904 528220

Ayesha Ouarirou

Wills & Probate Assistant

01904 528202

Joanne Mountain

Wills & Probate Assistant

01904 528215

Lucy Took

Wills & Probate Assistant

01904 528364

Find out how we can help you

If you would like to contact us, please fill in the form. Alternatively please use the information below to choose which office you would like to correspond with.

York Office: 01904 528200

Tudor Court, Opus Avenue, York Business Park, York, YO26 6RS

Boroughbridge Office: 01423 322940

1 St James Square, Boroughbridge, York, YO51 9AR

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