When a friend, family member or loved one dies, it can affect those around them severely, in most cases, it can be emotionally and physically devastating. Lives can be turned upside down and therefore spending time concentrating on the legal technicalities that succeed the passing of someone is more often than not, an afterthought. Unfortunately, whilst it is understood how difficult the days and weeks following a loved ones’ death can be, there are a variety of things that need to be ironed out soon after the death. Hiring a probate solicitor Emsworth can help alleviate the strain and ensure that everything is covered promptly and efficiently. 

If the health or mental wellbeing of an individual begins to decline, it may be that they appoint a personal representative to deal with their estate. This is also in place for when an individual passes away. When someone dies, the administrator of the estate or personal representative will begin following multiple legal processes to manage the assets of the deceased individual. Although being trusted by an individual with their financial affairs may seem like an honour, in truth, the role is stressful and can feel like a heavy burden. Dealing with the loss of your loved one combined with this burden can, in some cases, be too much to bear and therefore having a legal representative work alongside them can provide a much-needed support. 

Employing a solicitor can be somewhat of a minefield, especially when carrying out a general search on the internet. Whilst there may be some relevant entries turn up, more often than not a variety of partial matches can turn up and therefore solicitors who specialise in other fields can be put forward despite being irrelevant. It is therefore essential that to begin with, the solicitor has both knowledge and successful experience within family law. Once the type of legal advisor has been located it is necessary, as with all purchases and hires, to ensure that the reviews are positive, and the success stories are valid. When looking at the reviews, it is important to delve deeper and view the reviews of the individual solicitor as well as the law firm they may be associated with. This process needs to be thorough and once a solicitor has been narrowed down it is important to arrange a consultation to ensure they are the right fit. Although you are not purchasing a new pair of shoes to fit, finding a solicitor that can work with you on a professional level whilst offering support when needed is essential for a successful relationship during this difficult time. 

When an individual passes away and leaves assets under the value of £5000 or assets which are shared, there is often little need to hire a solicitor. Due to the low value or joint ownership, the distribution in most cases should remain simple and be dealt with by those involved.