These days there are many things that crop up in life that could fall under the heading of ‘legal issues’. It is so easy to stroll through middle age, watching the children grow up, produce their own flocks and then suddenly we are in the winter of our own lives. Knowing how to sort our legal affairs out for the smoother transition of assets to those very loved ones can be a minefield if not handled professionally.
Take probate for example; when a loved family member dies the thought of sorting out their financial affairs is an added stress on top of the sorrow aspect. Knowing if the deceased has a will, and where it is kept or not, is a very helpful aid to smoothing the process. Probate is one of those words that makes the average Joe shrink away and hide their head in the sand. This is where a consultation with a legal team will generally get matters sorted very quickly, although not always painlessly and not very cheaply. However, the complexities encountered during the winding up of someone’s estate will make that fee all the more worthwhile.
A solicitor will be advise on obtaining a grant of representation with respect to probate court. They will also be able to handle the sale of property and administering the deceased estate with the relaease of funds to entitled beneficiaries and legatees in any will. They will also be able to handle the final tax returns that will inevitably arise.
