Is this service really free?

Yes. Submitting your assessment is completely free and carries no obligation. We are paid a referral fee by the solicitor if you choose to proceed — there is no cost to you for using our matching service.

Are the solicitors on your panel regulated?

All solicitors on our panel are regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) and hold the necessary professional qualifications to provide probate services in England and Wales.

What happens to my personal data?

Your data is handled in accordance with UK GDPR. It will be shared only with the matched solicitor(s) on our panel for the purpose of providing probate services. We do not sell your data to third parties or use it for marketing without your consent.

How long does probate take?

The probate process typically takes between 6 and 12 months for a straightforward estate. More complex estates may take longer. Your solicitor will be able to give you a more accurate estimate once they have reviewed the details.

What if there is no will?

If someone dies without a will (intestate), the estate is distributed according to the Rules of Intestacy. A family member will need to apply for Letters of Administration rather than a Grant of Probate. Our service covers both scenarios.

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Losing a loved one is difficult enough. Our free assessment connects you with a specialist probate solicitor — quickly, compassionately, and at a fair price.

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How It Works

Three simple steps to connect with a specialist probate solicitor.

Complete the Assessment

Answer a few simple questions about the estate and your situation. Takes just 3 minutes.

We Match You

Our team reviews your details and matches you with a suitable SRA-regulated probate solicitor.

Solicitor Contacts You

Your matched solicitor reaches out within 24 hours with a fixed-fee quote and next steps.

What is Probate?

Probate is the legal process of administering a deceased person's estate — their property, money, and possessions. It involves proving the validity of their will (or dealing with the estate if no will exists) and distributing assets to the rightful beneficiaries.

In England and Wales, you typically need a Grant of Probate before banks and other institutions will release assets. This process can be complex, particularly for larger or more complicated estates.

Estates worth over £5,000 usually require probate

The process typically takes 6–12 months

Professional help can significantly reduce stress and errors

Fixed-fee solicitors offer predictable costs

Do you need probate?

You are likely to need probate if the deceased:

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Owned property or land in their sole name

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Had savings or investments over £5,000 in a single institution

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Held shares or other financial assets in their name alone

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Left a will naming you as executor

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Passed away without leaving a will (intestate)

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Did the deceased leave a will?

This helps us understand which type of probate application applies.

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Yes, there is a will

A Grant of Probate is likely required

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No will (intestate)

Letters of Administration will be required

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I'm not sure

A solicitor can help you locate or verify a will

Did the deceased own property?

This includes houses, flats, land, or other real estate in their sole name.

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Yes, in their sole name

Probate is almost certainly required

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Yes, jointly owned

May pass automatically to the co-owner

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No property

Other assets may still require probate

Approximate total estate value?

An approximate figure is fine — this helps match you to the right solicitor and fee structure.

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Under £50,000

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£50,000 – £250,000

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£250,000 – £500,000

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£500,000 – £1,000,000

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Over £1,000,000

What is your role in the estate?

Select the option that best describes your situation.

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Executor named in the will

You have been appointed to administer the estate

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Next of kin / administrator

No will, or no executor available

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Beneficiary of the estate

You stand to inherit but are not the executor

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Other / not sure

How urgently do you need assistance?

This helps us prioritise your enquiry appropriately.

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Urgent — within the next week

e.g. property sale or creditor pressure

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Soon — within the next month

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No immediate rush — just planning ahead

Where are you located?

We match you to solicitors in your region where possible.

London

South East

South West

Midlands

North of England

Wales

Other / Happy with any region

Your contact details

A solicitor from our panel will contact you within 24 hours. Your details are handled securely and will not be shared beyond our solicitor panel.

First Name *

Last Name *

Email Address *

Phone Number *

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Thank you. A specialist probate solicitor from our panel will be in touch within 24 hours.

Please check your email for a confirmation. If you have any urgent questions in the meantime, you can contact us directly.

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