Probate

When a person passes away, it can often be a very distressing time. Austin & Carnley’s sympathetic and practical help will guide you through the probate and estate administration process. We can handle all the necessary legal and financial requirements of collecting and distributing assets after paying off any outstanding debts. The amount you pay includes the fee for our work and any necessary payments we will make to third parties on your behalf, which are associated with probate applications and estate administration.

Two key factors are whether you require us to undertake just the probate application, or if you need us to carry out further work, such as paying bills and legacies and notifying third parties. 

An initial conversation with one of our experts gives us an opportunity to ask the right questions. To discuss your situation in complete confidence, please call our office on 01525 372140.

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 Grant only (No IHT) from £2000 plus VAT (or non taxable estates)

 Grant only with IHT from £3000 plus VAT (or for taxable estates)

 Full administration  from 1.5% to 3% of the Gross Value of the estate plus VAT

 

Fee are dependent on the complexity of the estate and the above fees are for guidance only.  Please contact our Wills and Probate Department if you wish to discuss this further.

 

DISBURSEMENTS

 

Disbursements are costs related to your matter that are payable to third parties, such as court fees. We handle the payment of the disbursements on your behalf to ensure a smoother process. This includes the following:

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In addition to the above would be any tax payments, such as Inheritance Tax, Income Tax and Capital Gains Tax.  

 

WHO WILL UNDERTAKE THE WORK? 

 

Deborah Neiteler, Director and Head of Private Client Department, or one of the Private Client team.  

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