The approach
An accurate family record is essential. A deceased child’s descendants, a surviving spouse and relatives in other countries may affect the work. An adviser must establish the applicable law before calculating entitlements.
How we can help
- Check whether the estate is wholly or partly intestate
- Map the relevant family relationships
- Consider statutory entitlements and protected heirs
- Identify the documents and authority required
Prepare for a discussion
- Death and family certificates available
- Details of relatives who died earlier
- Information about minors or heirs abroad
- Any testamentary documents found
How fees and timing are established
The office first reviews the people, assets, documents and jurisdictions involved. It can then confirm the proposed scope of work, how fees will be calculated and any payment stages before substantive work begins. No fee or outcome is implied by this website.
Timing depends on the documents available, the authority required, the institutions involved, property-registration steps, overseas evidence and whether anything is disputed. After the initial review, the office can identify the immediate steps and the factors likely to affect the timetable.
Common questions
How are fees agreed?
The office first reviews the people, assets, documents and jurisdictions involved. It can then confirm the proposed scope of work, how fees will be calculated and any payment stages before substantive work begins. No fee or outcome is implied by this website.
How long can the work take?
Timing depends on the documents available, the authority required, the institutions involved, property-registration steps, overseas evidence and whether anything is disputed. After the initial review, the office can identify the immediate steps and the factors likely to affect the timetable.