Estate Administration

Estate administration support when you most need it.

Losing someone you care about is difficult enough without having to navigate complex legal processes. Whether your loved one left a Will or not, we’re here to guide you through estate administration with sensitivity and expertise.

How we help with estate administration

Managing someone’s estate involves numerous responsibilities – from valuing assets and handling tax matters to distributing inheritances appropriately. As your estate administration solicitors, we’ll:

  • Guide you through every legal step with clear, practical advice
  • Handle tax considerations, including inheritance tax
  • Manage communication with courts, tax authorities and beneficiaries
  • Take care of complex paperwork, giving you space to focus on what matters

Supporting you through complex situations

Every estate is unique, and some require additional expertise. Our experienced team can help navigate:

  • International assets and overseas property
  • Post-death tax planning and mitigation, including deeds of variation
  • Establishing and winding up discretionary trusts in Wills
  • Property sales and transfers
  • Resolving disputes relating to Contested Probate
  • Running and/or winding up any businesses
  • Selling commercial properties and land
  • Advising on employment rights of the business

Your responsibilities made clear

As a personal representative, you have important duties to fulfil. We’ll help you understand these responsibilities and support you in meeting them, ensuring everything is handled correctly and efficiently.

Why choose Morr & Co for estate administration

With nearly 300 years of experience, we understand that estate administration needs both technical expertise and human understanding. Our team combines practical legal knowledge with genuine care, ensuring your loved one’s affairs are managed with the attention they deserve.

What our clients say:

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“Very professional and knowledgeable staff. I will always be extremely grateful for the support and help that Jonathan has given me through a very stressful and traumatic time in my life.”

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“Natalie at Morr & Co was very professional and personable. Very thorough and quick to respond. A pleasure to deal with. ”

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“I have found Sarah Sarwar extremely professional and helpful in her dealing with my brothers estate, in spite of difficult times with the beneficiaries. I would like to thank her and Grace Salmon for all the help and support they have given me.”

Recent Wills, Trusts & Probate Client

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