In the United Kingdom, the value of an estate does not determine whether or not it must go through the probate process. Instead, whether an estate must go through probate depends on a number of factors, including the type of assets that are in the estate and whether the deceased person left a valid will. Generally, if the deceased person […]
How much does an estate have to be worth to go to probate in the UK
What are letters of administration?
Letters of Administration are a legal document issued by a court that grants authority to an individual, known as the administrator, to manage the estate of a deceased person who did not leave a valid will. The administrator is responsible for distributing the assets of the estate among the deceased person’s heirs according to state laws governing inheritance. The administrator […]
How do I get money out of deceased bank account at Lloyds
If a person has passed away and had a bank account with Lloyds, the process for getting money out of their account will depend on whether or not they had a will. If the deceased had a will: The executor of the estate, as named in the will, will need to present a certified copy of the death certificate and […]
How do I get money out of deceased bank account at Barclays?
If a person has passed away and had a bank account with Barclays, the process for getting money out of their account will depend on whether or not they had a will. If the deceased had a will: The executor of the estate, as named in the will, will need to present a certified copy of the death certificate and […]
What is ‘tell us once’ when someone dies?
“Tell Us Once” is a service offered by the government in the United Kingdom that allows individuals to report a death to multiple government organizations at once, rather than having to notify each organization separately. The service is typically used by the next of kin or the executor of the deceased person’s estate. The organizations that can be notified through […]
Can I make a personal injury claim for someone who has died?
Yes, it is possible to make a personal injury claim on behalf of someone who has died. In such cases, the claim would typically be brought by the personal representative (such as the executor or administrator) of the deceased person’s estate. The Personal Injury claim is intended to compensate the person for losses that resulted from the injury. Since the […]
What happens if I do not apply for probate?
When a person dies, probate is the process of administering their estate by organising their assets, money and possessions and then distributing them as per the terms of a will or in line with the rules of intestacy. To be able to start probate, an executor (the person who takes legal responsibility for carrying out the instructions of a will) […]