Southeast Legacies – Probate Services is a family-run legal firm specializing in probate and estate administration, offering award-winning support to families, beneficiaries, and lay executors during difficult times. Known for its affordable pricing, regulated estate planning services, and five-star client feedback, the firm stands out for its compassionate and professional approach to handling estates of all complexities.
The firm provides end-to-end assistance with the probate process, from initial guidance to full estate administration, ensuring compliance with HMRC, the UK Probate Court, and the Land Registry. With deep expertise in navigating inheritance tax, property management, and beneficiary communications, Southeast Legacies is a trusted partner for individuals and families seeking clarity and support in fulfilling their legal duties as personal representatives.
Services Offered
- Probate administration
- Applying for a grant of probate
- Applying for letters of administration
- Arranging funerals and settling invoices from the estate
- Completing HM Revenue and Customs forms
- Negotiating inheritance tax payments
- Arranging inheritance tax advances
- Submitting probate forms to the Probate Registry
- Contacting banks, building societies, and financial institutions
- Communicating with pension companies, employers, and insurance providers
- Liaising with utility companies, DVLA, and the Land Registry
- Notifying beneficiaries and charities mentioned in the will
- Arranging property insurance for unoccupied homes
- Organizing property clearance and minor repairs
- Selling property and handling conveyancing
- Providing executor insurance guidance
- Facilitating probate-related insurance (including probate house insurance, land insurance, Section 27 indemnity insurance, early distribution insurance, missing will insurance, and missing beneficiary insurance)
- Will writing
- Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) services
- Trust creation and management
Southeast Legacies serves clients across the UK, with a physical presence in Petts Wood that allows for convenient access across London and direct visits to the Probate Office when needed. The firm holds professional indemnity insurance cover up to £5 million and works with a range of clients including families, charities, independent financial advisors, and funeral directors.
