When Is Probate Needed?
Understanding whether probate is needed is one of the most common questions people face when dealing with the aftermath of someone’s death. This confusion is understandable: the answer depends on what assets existed, the value of those assets, how they were owned and who the beneficiaries are.
Answering the question “Is Probate Needed?” can feel complicated because there is no single rule that applies to every estate. For example, in some cases where most assets are jointly held or below certain thresholds, probate may not be needed. In others, even with a low value estate, a Grant of Probate will be required to access bank accounts, sell property or settle debts.
Below you’ll find a series of articles addressing the most frequently asked variations of “is probate needed?”
Our goal with this series of articles is simple: help you understand when probate is needed — and when it isn’t — so you can take the right next step with confidence.
If you don’t find the answer to your question, we recommend that you request some free probate advice from a probate solicitor or request a probate quote for ongoing legal support. Easily done via Find a Legal Advisor.
