What is Probate?

Probate is the legal process referring to the administration of the estate of someone who has died including their property and other assets.  Help from a qualified and experienced Solicitor can make the journey easier.

Here at MLS, we understand that coping with bereavement and dealing with the financial affairs of someone who has died can often be overwhelming.  This is why we make the Probate process as stress free and as easy as possible.

We offer a friendly and straight-forward service, tailored to each individual’s specific circumstances and needs.

Your Local Solicitor will have the knowledge and experience to help you through what can be a complicated journey at a very difficult time.

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OUR PROBATE SOLICITORS CAN HELP:

  • When there is no Will.
  • Where a Will has been made and executors named.
  • Regardless of whether the estate is large or small.
  • In cases where the grant of probate has already been obtained as well as cases where we would need to apply for it on your behalf.
 

HOW DOES IT WORK?

  • Upon making an enquiry our principal will be able to match you with the most suitable and qualified solicitor for your type of legal matter.
  • You will be invited to a free consultation call during which your local solicitor will advise you on costs and time scale. He or she will also outline the general procedure involved in your type of matter, so you can make an informed decision as far as instructing a solicitor is concerned.
  • Once we are instructed you will be welcomed to our MLS client family. You will be amazed at the level of service and professionalism that our solicitors offer their clients.
  • You will agree on the preferred method of communication and will be given a direct telephone number and email address for the Solicitor to make any need for contact simple and straight-forward. From then on you can relax in the knowledge that highly skilled professionals are looking after your legal interests.
  • The same solicitor deals with your case from start to finish.
Find out more about the costs involved and what service is included on our fees page.

John and Caroline T, Chester

Thank you for your home visits, and your helpfulness in discussions in preparing our LPA’s. We would have no hesitation in recommending your Professional Solicitor Services , to family and friends and thank you for making us feel so comfortable in your presence with your knowledge and expertise of the law.

Sue and Mike Bradley

My family and I could not recommend Marta Williamson of My Local Solicitors more highly for her sensitive approach and we would warmly and gladly recommend Marta to any of our friends, colleagues and network contacts, and I have already recommended Marta to a few good friends and work associates.

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Zoe Devenport – Henry R.Davis & Co Ltd

Marta made the whole process painless. She was efficient and her advice was priceless. She even prepared an interim will for me, which I was not aware I could do.

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Sheila and Mike T, Chester

“Marta provided an excellent service and I will recommend her to any of my family and friends”

Jane M, Chester

“Marta sorted out a Power of Attorney for my Dad quickly and efficiently. I certainly recommend!”

Dave Bundy

I would like to thank you for doing our lasting power of attorney both for the business and for my mother-in-law it was very quick
and easy, and you explained everything to us before you proceeded.

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Darren J, Chester

“I would not only recommend Marta, but would implore anyone who runs a business and employs staff to speak with her about a Lasting Power of Attorney. It’s the responsible thing to do.

Patrick O’Kane, London

“Marta is an excellent solicitor with practical, non-nonsense business skills, a good head for business and ability to deal with complex problems in a positive and efficient way”.

Lee Rigby, Wigan

“Your ‘no pressure’ friendly approach really did make a ‘boring’ task really easy and enjoyable to complete [..]I really do appreciate your help with this and would highly recommend you to everyone for any legal matter and I myself will certainly be using your services again for anything legal I may require in the future.”

Local Authority Client

The Local Authority have had very positive feedback from the appeal panel and the schools for the expertise Erin has provided in dealing with our appeals. Thanks so much for stepping in and giving us such a fantastic service – very much appreciated.

Abigail J, Wrexham

“Marta is so helpful and understanding. She takes time to explain legal terms in everyday language and is very considerate and patient. Would recommend her to anyone!”

Laura W, Chester

“Flexible, professional, and fair. Marta makes legal matters less complicated”

Dave Tilston – Tower Floors & Carpets

I write to thank you personally for the fantastic service you recently supplied when carrying out the drafting of a will for my partner Ewelina.

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Kathy and John G, Wrexham

I would like to thank you for your efficiency, help and kindness. We’ll have no hesitation in recommending My Local Solicitor to friends and acquaintances and will certainly come back to you for any help that we need in the future.

Kathryn and John G, Wrexham

“Thank you for making the process such an easy and friendly one and for getting everything done so promptly”

Paul and Marie T., Chester

Marta provided swift, professional, excellent helpful advice and support. She made herself available readily to help with queries. She visited us at home to help with paperwork and also agreed clear, easy accessible zoom meetings to ensure our needs were fully met. We would highly recommend her services and will definitively use her in the future.

Miss Mary J

I instructed Elen Hughes recently to provide advice and assistance in relation to a dispute. I found Elen to be very kind and understanding when I explained the worry this matter was causing me. She put me at ease straightaway. Elen reviewed the matter quickly and immediately made contact with the solicitors representing the other side of the dispute. She kept me informed throughout her handling of the matter. The matter was resolved swiftly in my favour. I will definitely be recommending Elen to friends and family.

John and Caroline T, Chester

“We are grateful for your professional care and advice and the time afforded to us”