Estate Administration Solicitors

Our lawyers are here to help 

Losing someone you love is difficult, and having to deal with legal formalities alongside grieving can make things even more stressful. This is where we are here to help. 

Whether the deceased’s assets fall into probate or not, there is an estate administration process that needs to be followed, which varies slightly depending on the availability of a valid Will. If there is no Will, the rules of intestacy will apply as part of the administration. 

Our team of solicitors has over 60 years’ experience in dealing with estate administration, and our approach has always been professional and caring. You can rest assured that we will deal with your case with the utmost sensitivity, helping you to manage assets and move forward with assurance and clarity. 

To speak to a member of the team, please contact your closest Eric Robinson branch.  

What is estate administration? 

Estate administration is the legal and practical process of managing someone’s affairs after they pass away. It ensures all assets, including (but not limited to) property, pensions, savings and possessions are collated, and any debts or outstanding tax requirements (such as inheritance tax) are settled. 

The remaining estate can then be distributed to the correct beneficiaries. This administrative process is a legal requirement, and can be completed whether there is, or is not, a valid Will in place.  

Typically, straightforward estate administration takes around 6-12 months, however circumstances such as the sale of a property, a property abroad, HMRC inspection or dealing with trusts and shares can significantly impact the timeline. You’ll be able to discuss this in detail with your solicitor when you begin the process.

What our solicitors will do 

Our experienced solicitors are here to guide you through the process and manage all the legalities for you. We will assist with: 

• Locating Wills
• Ascertaining whether a full Grant of Probate is required and if so, apply for one
• Managing banks and financial services institutions
• Arranging valuations 
• Settling liabilities 
• Dealing with the distribution of the deceased’s personal possessions 
• Highlighting any relevant tax considerations 
• Setting up trusts if required 
• Dealing with variations to Wills after death. 

We want you to feel comfortable with your options and confident that your loved one’s assets are in the right hands. Should you have any questions about the work we will undertake as part of the estate administration process, please do not hesitate to get in touch with a member of the team.

Why choose Eric Robinson? 

At Eric Robinson, we endeavour to provide our clients with an exceptional service; one where we are always professional and approachable, putting our clients first. 

We have over 60 years’ experience in law, and our team has managed a variety of straightforward, and complex, estate administration proceedings. 

We work quickly, efficiently, and respectfully, ensuring our clients are supported throughout the entire process.

Contact us today 

If you have recently dealt with loss and need some guidance and support in dealing with estate administration, our team is here to help. We have numerous office locations across the South of England, including: 

• Southampton
• Hedge End
• Chandlers Ford
• Winchester
• Lymington
• Shoreham-by-Sea
• Marlborough 
• Richmond-Upon-Thames