Who is a probate specialist in the UK?

In the UK, a probate specialist is a professional who provides expert advice and services related to the probate process, which involves administering the estate of someone who has passed away. This process can include dealing with legal, financial, and administrative tasks such as obtaining a grant of probate, managing estate assets, and handling inheritance tax.

Probate specialists in the UK can come from various professional backgrounds, including:

Solicitors: Many solicitors specialise in probate and estate administration. They can offer comprehensive legal advice and handle the probate process from start to finish. For example, Welland Valley Legal.

Chartered Legal Executives: These are professionals who have qualified through the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives (CILEx) and often have expertise in probate and estate administration.

Probate Practitioners: There are individuals and firms that specialise specifically in probate services. They often provide tailored services to manage the probate process efficiently.