Specialist Probate Experts
For free initial advice from our experienced probate experts call 01908 689317
Fixed Fee Probate
Dagmara Kulczykowska | Partner
At Geoffrey Leaver Solicitors we understand what a difficult and distressing time it can be when you have lost a loved one, which is why our team take the time to support you every step of the way through the Probate process.
Dagmara and her team can be involved as much or as little as you would like taking responsibility for applying for the grant of probate, dealing with the legal tax, property and estate administration affairs, and dealing with HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) on your behalf on a fixed fee basis.
Call us for a free initial consultation on 01908 689317 or request a call back.
Our Probate Services include:
- Registering the death and arranging the funeral (if requested).
- Applying for Grants of Probate/Letters of Administration
- Establishing who is entitled as a beneficiary of the estate and locating missing beneficiaries.
- Identifying and administering the assets of the estate until they can be sold or distributed to the relevant beneficiairies.
- Dealing with any outstanding debts or liabilities of the deceased
- Preparing and filing the necessary inheritance tax and income tax returns with HM Revenue & Customs.
- Distributing the estate
- Contentious Probate - dealing with Will disputes.
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Why choose us?
- Fixed Fee probate
- Your matter will be handled by a qualified professional
- The same expert will handle your case from start to finish
- No hassle, no jargon
- We can take instructions by phone and can arrange meetings via video conferencing or in person, whichever suits you best
- We can assist on a range of matters from the very simple to the very complex, whatever the size and type of estate
- We will lead you through all the legal complexities
Do I need Probate?
Not all estates will require a Grant or Representation. Estates which are worth less than £5,000 do not usually require one and some organisations will release assets to a Personal Representative without a Grant, however, they each have their own requirements and will need to be contacted. For further advice or to speak to one of our experts call 01908 689317.We'll take care of matters so you don't have to.
Call today on 01908 689317
OUR CLIENTS SAY
Meet the Private Client Services Team
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Dagmara Kulczykowska Partner
Private Client Services 01908 689341Dagmara is Head of the Department and has many years of experience in all aspects of private client work. Dagmara’s strengths are working with families on very sensitive and emotive matters, providing them with specialist legal advice. She ensures clients are supported but also advised clearly and comprehensively on the legal issue(s) at hand so that they can make an informed decision. -
Jim McGarrity Consultant | Solicitor Advocate
Private Client Services 01908 689331 | 07711 498186Jim has over 40 years' experience in the law and specialises in will, probate, trust and inheritance disputes and court of protection cases. -
Ivone Joaquim Senior Associate
Private Client Services 01908 689337Ivone is a Legal Executive in the Private Client Services Department and is able to advise in a range of matters relating to the administration of estates, Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney and Deputyship application. -
Emma Sidney Licensed Conveyancer
Residential Property 01908 689351A graduate of Northampton University, Emma qualified as a Licensed Conveyancer in 2005. She joined Geoffrey Leaver Solicitors three years later and deals with the lease, sale and purchase of commercial property and residential, as well as representing several national charity organisations. -
Klaudia Karas Paralegal
Private Client Services 01908 689352Klaudia is an experienced Paralegal in our Private Client Department working on a range of residential property matters such as sales, purchases, transfers of equity, re-mortgages and probate sales. -
Zak Barnaville Paralegal
Private Client Services 01908 689376Zak is a highly motivated and experienced Paralegal who works in the Private Client Services team assisting with Estate Administration, Court of Protection, Trusts, Lasting Powers of Attorney and Wills. -
Catrina Saracino Solicitor
Private Client Services 01908 689327Catrina is a Solicitor working within the Private Client Services team. Catrina specialises in drafting Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney, and the administration of Estates/Probate.
