Your partner through probate
With transparent fixed fees and a dedicated Personal Estate Manager, we've helped over 40,000 families through probate with care, clarity, and efficiency.
With transparent fixed fees and a dedicated Personal Estate Manager, we've helped over 40,000 families through probate with care, clarity, and efficiency.
Probate is our sole focus, which means there's rarely a case or complexity we've not seen before. We can look after all of the tax and technical headache around probate for you, allowing you to focus on remembering the loved one you've lost.
Our experienced estate administration team is here to make probate as straightforward as possible. From handling paperwork to managing complex legal processes, we take care of the details so you can focus on what matters most.
Having helped more than 40,000 families through probate, we know exactly how to navigate any legal or tax complexities in an estate. You can rely on us for accurate, efficient, and fully compliant estate administration.
Our clients consistently praise our friendly approach, clear communication, and attention to detail. We give regular updates through your dedicated Personal Estate Manager, and always aim to exceed expectations.
We've also been awarded Probate Provider of the Year at the British Wills and Probate awards; this wasn't just once, but in 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2024 - and counting!
We offer clear, fixed pricing from the outset, so you know exactly what we'll charge. No surprises; just straightforward value for expert support that puts your needs first. And when you choose our full estate administration service, there's nothing to pay upfront as we'll take our fees from the estate once funds have been collected.
We're regulated by the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW), ensuring we operate with the highest levels of professionalism, accuracy, and accountability. You can trust every decision we make on your behalf; we work to a strict code of conduct for all probate activities that means we prioritise your best interests.
Our experienced estate administration team is here to make probate as straightforward as possible. From handling paperwork to managing complex legal processes, we take care of the details so you can focus on what matters most.
Having helped more than 40,000 families through probate, we know exactly how to navigate any legal or tax complexities in an estate. You can rely on us for accurate, efficient, and fully compliant estate administration.
Our clients consistently praise our friendly approach, clear communication, and attention to detail. We give regular updates through your dedicated Personal Estate Manager, and always aim to exceed expectations.
We've also been awarded Probate Provider of the Year at the British Wills and Probate awards; this wasn't just once, but in 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2024 - and counting!
We offer clear, fixed pricing from the outset, so you know exactly what we'll charge. No surprises; just straightforward value for expert support that puts your needs first. And when you choose our full estate administration service, there's nothing to pay upfront as we'll take our fees from the estate once funds have been collected.
We're regulated by the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW), ensuring we operate with the highest levels of professionalism, accuracy, and accountability. You can trust every decision we make on your behalf; we work to a strict code of conduct for all probate activities that means we prioritise your best interests.
Whether you want to retain control of the probate application process with our guidance, or hand the entire process over to a professional, we have the right solutions to support you.
We work with a range of trusted professionals, including Independent Financial Advisers, Will Writers, Funeral Directors, Banks, Charities, and Bereavement Support Organisations.
They choose us for our probate expertise, transparent fixed fees, and the reassurance that their clients are cared for with empathy and professionalism. Our probate services reflect well on their business.
If you'd like to become a referring partner, we'd love to hear from you.
They looked after the estate and were brilliant from start to finish – professional and genuinely compassionate throughout.
Amanda B
August 2025
The initially quoted costs and expenses have all proved accurate and the follow ups to various actions have all been very prompt and easy to understand. I would recommend Kings Court Trust to anyone without hesitation.
John D
July 2025
High level of knowledge & expertise, guided and supported through the whole probate service which can be challenging at the best of times. Would highly recommend Kings Court Trust.
Stephen
May 2025
We were kept up to date with the progress without being inundated with emails, which can be overwhelming, and also feel that our late father was treated respectably. Would have no problem recommending your company.
Martin K
April 2025
Their professionalism, efficiency, and dedication were truly exceptional. The entire process was smooth, and their attention to detail made everything stress-free.
Gary W
March 2025
From start to finish I was kept in the loop with what was going on. My estate manager was amazing to deal with. Very professional, empathetic and kind. I would highly recommend this company! Faultless.
Rebecca C
February 2025
Well this company is first class, would not have done it without them. The team were compassionate, helpful and professional throughout, please if you ever need a company to help in your time of grief these are the ones.
Michael D
December 2024
We were not experienced in sorting out or dealing with the death of a loved one but Kings Court Trust and the staff involved were very helpful to us. They were very understanding of the fact that it was a new and confusing time for us.
Paul S
September 2024
Excellent service dealing with the estates of my two late parents by the team. Very efficient and always informative.
Steve
July 2024
This was a very complicated estate to sort out with no Will, unknown assets, an unusual family tree, and a burglary after the death. I am very pleased to have used KCT and have no reservations in recommending them to others.
Jayne G
June 2024
At the most difficult time in my life, I was so fortunate to have my Personal Estate Manager at Kings Court Trust. She explained everything clearly, was proactive in helping to move things along and had a very pleasant and professional manner. They handled it all with patience and careful explanation.
Jeanette W
April 2024
I have no hesitation in STRONGLY recommending their highly professional probate services to others. They have recently concluded my late mother’s estate. They were highly efficient and they made the at times complicated process (to those, like me, not used to handling probate issues!) very easy and simple. I can strongly recommend Kings Court Trust.
Andrew B
March 2024
Absolutely fantastic service and very supportive during a distressing time - my adviser kept me up to date and guided me through the probate process with sensitivity and understanding. I couldn’t have dealt with my late wife’s probate without them.
Helen
October 2023
Probate can be complicated; we're on hand to help. Here are some of the most common questions we see when people first lose a loved one and need to look after their estate.
Probate is the legal process to allow the administration and distribution of an estate. It is important to determine who is responsible for the estate after someone passes away, and to validate a Will (if there is one). You'll typically need probate if the deceased held any assets, such as property, bank accounts, or investments, either in their sole name or as tenants in common. This is particularly true if the assets were worth £5,000 or more, though this can vary by institution.
While timelines vary, most estates complete probate within 6 to 12 months, depending on complexity and whether property needs to be sold. However, estates with a large number of assets can take longer, especially if the paperwork is complex or there are delays with any third parties (such as HMRC, banks, or other financial institutions).
The court fee as set by the Probate Registry is £300 (for estates worth over £5,000), plus £1.50 per copy of the Grant. Probate Solicitor or professional fees vary with complexity.
Our fees start from £1,995, including VAT and the Probate Registry fees as outlined above. If you do choose to use professional help, it's often best to choose a fixed fee service so you know what it will cost at the outset.
Estates over the current threshold, which is £325,000 (plus additional allowances in some cases), may incur IHT at 40%. This tax must usually be paid within six months of death to avoid interest. Our services can help to ensure an estate doesn't attract interest unnecessarily, and we can handle all of the necessary IHT paperwork.
That's called dying "intestate". You'll need to apply for Letters of Administration instead of probate, and assets will be shared according to UK intestacy rules.
If you're administering the estate of someone who has died, take a look at these useful resources.
Do you have a question about probate? Our friendly specialists are ready to guide you through the next steps. We'll give you clear, practical advice with no obligation.