If you are looking for a probate solicitor to help you with the probate process, who should you choose?
Of course, you will want someone who is good at their job, who specialises in probate and can provide you with an excellent service. But you may also be concerned about the costs involved. After all, employing a probate solicitor will decrease the amount of inheritance available, as the legal fees and other disbursements will usually come out of the estate.
Therefore it goes without saying that you will want to find a probate solicitor who is going to do a great job, but who will not cost the earth. This might sound like an impossible brief, but with so many probate solicitors located throughout England and Wales, there is sure to be legal provider who meets your criteria. It’s all about finding them!
Things to consider
When looking for the best solicitors for probate, there are certain things to watch out for.
For example, it is important that you select a firm, organisation or individual that is experienced in probate matters. This will ensure that your solicitor will have the knowledge and expertise to deal with any issues that may arise. Even simple estates sometimes run into problems, such as recovering foreign assets or dealing with a contested Will.
A good way to tell if a probate solicitor is a probate specialist is to check whether the firm or individual carries the Law Society’s Wills and Inheritance Scheme Accreditation. They may also (or alternatively) be members of the Society of Trust and
Estate Practitioners.
Looking at online testimonials and reviews can be another way to get a feel for a firm or solicitor. While by no means a fool proof method, it can be useful to hear about what other clients thought of the service and can provide an insight into the offering provided.
You should also clarify what legal fees are involved. Different probate solicitors charge in different ways. Some will take a percentage of the total value of the estate, others charge an hourly rate, while others are happy to set a fixed fee. Be sure to find out exactly what the fees are and how you will be charged.
The price could be a major factor in determining which probate solicitor you choose, so you need to be sure that the information you get is correct at the outset. Otherwise you could reach the end of the probate process and be handed a legal bill which is larger than expected.
These tips should help you to find a probate solicitor who can deliver the service you need, but who also matches your financial expectations.
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