Changes to Grants of Probate

Obtaining a grant of probate is often a crucial step in the administration of an estate. If a loved one has passed away and appointed you as an Executor in their Will, you will be responsible for administering their estate. In general, this will involve taking control of your loved one’s various assets and, ultimately, distributing the estate according to the terms of their Will. A grant of probate gives you the legal authority to carry this out these duties.

Recently, the HM Courts and Tribunal Service announced that the grant of probate certificate would be changing. This is the document which acts as physical proof that a grant of probate has been issued.