The Benefits of Having a Trust in Your Will

Creating a trust within your will can offer significant benefits for both your estate and your beneficiaries. Trusts are powerful legal tools that can help ensure your assets are managed and distributed according to your wishes and provide peace of mind. At My Probate...

What is Probate?

Probate is the term used to refer to the legal process that occurs after someone passes away, involving the administration of their estate. This process includes proving the validity of the deceased’s last Will and testament or applying the intestacy rules where the...

Preparing for Inheritance Tax and Probate

When King Charles inherited his mother’s vast estate, the common presumption would have been that he would have had an enormous amount of inheritance tax to pay. However, as a member of the British Monarchy, he is exempt from the usual inheritance tax rules due to an...

Why Do I Need a Probate Solicitor?

When your loved one dies, the last thing you want to be stressed about is the complex and lengthy estate administration process. Whilst some people may opt to deal with the process alone, many find it beneficial to use a probate solicitor to support them through the...