Wills and Probate Solicitors in Macclesfield

Probate is the legal authority to deal with the estate of someone who has died. Executors apply for the grant. Without a will, the estate needs letters of administration instead. The intestacy rules then decide who inherits. Wills and probate solicitors value the estate, report it for inheritance tax, pay the debts and distribute the rest. A deed of variation can change who inherits within two years of the death. A will can be challenged for lack of capacity, undue influence or faulty signing.

The same solicitors write wills, prepare lasting powers of attorney and set up trusts. Inheritance tax planning reviews the nil-rate bands and lifetime gifts.

Charges vary between a fixed fee and an hourly rate. A quote from more than one firm gives a clearer picture of cost. Antiques, silver and artworks need a specialist valuation at the date of death.

Macclesfield is a market town in Cheshire. Wills and probate solicitors in Macclesfield can draft wills, plan for inheritance tax and handle probate. Firms across SK10 and SK11 take on this work.