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Probate
Probate
Our team of probate solicitors in Manchester understand how difficult it is to lose a loved one and are on hand to assist you in applying for probate and support you with any estate administration that is necessary.
Wills and Probate
Probate
Our priority is to guide you through a stressful and emotional time with compassion and understanding. Versus Law solicitors in Manchester are experienced in dealing with simple and complex estates.
Grants of Representation
If you’ve been chosen as the executor of a Will, you’ll need to obtain a Grant of Representation from the Probate Registry. This official document proves an individual’s authority to manage the assets of the deceased, and many official bodies will request to see a copy of this before the deceased’s assets can be accessed. This is an essential process as it clarifies that assets can be distributed amongst the beneficiaries.
There are different types of Grants of Representation. However, the three most common are:
Grant of Probate – the circumstances whereby the deceased has left a valid Will, appointing an executor (s) to administer their wishes
Grant of Letters of Administration with Will Annexed – the circumstances whereby the deceased has a valid Will but neglected to appoint an executor / or an executor does not wish to fulfill their duties
Grant of Letters of Administration – the circumstances whereby the deceased did not leave a valid Will
If you are unsure of how to obtain a Grant of Representation or have doubts over the validity of a Will, Versus Law solicitors in Manchester can help clarify this.
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Contact Vanstone law using the contact form or via the following details and we’ll be in touch to let you know how we can help:
Probate Costs
Our legal fees for obtaining a Grant of Representation relate to our involvement in respect of the application made to the Probate Registry. This involves the preparation and submission of all requisite documentation for the application.
Once the application is completed, the Grant of Representation allows the Executor(s) or Administrator(s) to proceed with the administration of the Estate. Depending on the response from the Probate Registry, timescales can vary, but it currently takes around two to three months for a probate certificate to be provided.
Legal Fees
| Description | Cost |
|---|---|
| Our Fees | £950.00 Plus VAT * |
| Estimated Disbursements | |
| HMCTS (Probate Registry) Application Fee | £155.00 |
| Sealed Copy of Grant of Representation | £0.50 (per copy) |
| Probate Registry Checking Service (if required) | £12.00 |
| Legal Notice Fee (London Gazette) | £104.52 (inc VAT) *** |
| Legal Notice Fee (Local Newspaper) | £TBC **** |
Services for Dealing with the Administration of Estate
Dealing with the administration of an estate can be a daunting and time-consuming task, especially when dealing with the estate of a loved one. At Silverdale Solicitors, we offer assistance to simplify the process and make it stress-free. Our Probate experts can handle your transaction from start to finish, which includes:
- Administering the instructions of a Will (if applicable).
- Collecting in Assets.
- Service of Legal Notice of Death.
- Closure or Transfer of Accounts.
- Distribution of Estate to beneficiaries.
- Discharge of Inheritance Tax liabilities (if applicable).
Our Legal Fees for Estate Administration
| Description | Cost |
|---|---|
| Administration of Estate (up to 5 beneficiaries and 4 accounts) | £1,500.00 Plus VAT |
| Administration of Estate (6 or more beneficiaries and/or 4-10 accounts) | £2,000.00 Plus VAT |
Transfer of Stock/Shareholding
An additional fee is charged for the transfer of stock/shareholding during estate administration:
| Shareholding Transfer | Cost |
|---|---|
| Transfer of 1-3 shareholdings | £95.00 Plus VAT |
| Transfer of 3-5 shareholdings | £190.00 Plus VAT |
| Transfer of 5+ shareholdings | £295.00 Plus VAT |
Transfer of Property
In cases where residential property is transferred (e.g., transfer of a marital home to the next of kin or a property to a beneficiary), our fees for dealing with the transfer of property are charged separately. For more details, please refer to our property fee quotation calculator.
Additional Information
Please note the following:
- * VAT (Value Added Tax) is calculated at 20%.
- ** Estimated Disbursements are subject to change, and additional third-party costs may apply. These may include, but are not limited to:
- Accountant’s Fee for Tax Advice or Tax Returns (if required).
- Fees for additional statutory notices (if required).
- Brokerage Services Fees for Stock/Share Sales or Transfer (may vary between £100.00 – £200.00 or more depending on the number of shareholdings).
- Fees for replacement share certificates (if required).
- Fees for Private Investigator (if required).
Contact Us
Mazhar Latif, Director and Solicitor (admitted to the role in 2010), specializes in Wills and Probate Services. You can reach him at mazhar@vanstonelaw.co.uk.
Alternatively, call us at 0161 762 1281 or email info@vanstonelaw.co.uk.
*** The Legal Notice Fee to the London Gazette includes a copy of the London Gazette as evidence of the published Legal Notice.
**** Fees for Local Newspapers vary depending on the publisher.
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Vanstone Solicitor’s specialists team has the experience and the expertise you need.
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*A free consultation is only redeemable once, and is limited to 20 minutes.