In this guide, the experts at Percy Hughes & Roberts Solicitors will explore the options available to executors who wish to step down, how this impacts the administration of the estate, and the legal processes involved in ensuring the estate is managed effectively.

When all beneficiaries named in a will have passed away, it creates a unique set of challenges for those who must administer the estate. Under usual circumstances, the deceased's estate assets are distributed directly to each named beneficiary according to the person's will.

As an executor, one of your key responsibilities is effectively communicating with the beneficiaries of a will after a death. In this guide, we explain how to write a letter to beneficiaries of a will.

A last will and testament is a legal document that offers instructions for what should happen after you die. For most people, that means deciding who will inherit your belongings, including any assets, savings or property you own. It can also give instructions for your funeral arrangements, or establish a trust to manage assets like a business, an art collection or a family home in the long term.

When drafting a will, one of the most significant decisions you can make involves the type of gifts you choose to leave behind. Among the various options available, pecuniary gifts provide a straightforward and effective means to ensure your assets are distributed according to your wishes.

The death of a loved one can be a challenging time, and is often accompanied by a range of administrative tasks that may seem overwhelming. Some of the most pressing questions for many are about the timeline for beneficiary notification - in order words, when should beneficiaries of a will be notified about the death?

When setting up a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA), understanding the various roles involved is crucial if you want to ensure that your wishes are executed smoothly. One key role that is often overlooked is that of the correspondent.

Dealing with the death of a spouse is incredibly difficult, and the added responsibilities of managing their affairs during this time of grief can feel overwhelming

The probate experts at Percy Hughes & Roberts Solicitors explain what happens after probate is granted, and how executors should manage this process.