Whether you just need help applying for a Grant of Probate or want us to handle full estate administration, we offer award-winning, fixed-fee solutions.
Our licensed and regulated team combines legal expertise with compassionate support, guiding you through probate quickly, clearly, and with complete peace of mind.
Every estate is unique, and so is the support required. We offer three different probate services with the ability to adapt them as needed. Our team will help you to choose the right service, ensuring the process is efficient, transparent, and as straightforward as possible.
Our specialist Client Services Team will take the time to speak to you and learn details of the estate. We will ask questions that help to identify which solution may be most suitable for you, and will provide you with a clear fixed-fee quote based on the composition of the estate.
including VAT and the probate fee
Ideal for those looking to retain control of the estate administration process
The original or certified copy of the death certificate. Details of assets and liabilities to confirm the Inheritance Tax status of the estate. Identification documents for the deceased and Executors.
including VAT and the probate fee
Additional support for asset collection and distribution
Everything listed in the Grant of Probate service. Details of three liquid assets if service selected, or details of property Deeds, Titles, or Trust arrangements.
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including VAT and the probate fee
Perfect for those who'd rather trust a professional to take on the entire process
Everything listed under the Grant of Probate service. Comprehensive list of all estate assets and liabilities. Copy of the Will (if one exists). Basic beneficiary information.
Tell us what's happened and what you need. We'll listen, answer immediate questions, and explain how we can help. It's useful to start to pull together a list of all assets (bank accounts, properties, shares, etc.) and liabilities (credit cards, utility bills, etc.) in preparation for the process.
We'll give you a clear, fixed price tailored to the estate, without hourly rates or hidden extras, so you can decide with confidence. This will be sent in a comprehensive quote document that sets out exactly what we'll do.
If you agree to our quote, we'll introduce you to your Personal Estate Manager. They'll be a specialist dedicated to your case to oversee everything, keep you updated, and be your single point of contact. Depending on your preferences, they'll normally look after you either via email or phone primarily.
We'll complete ID checks and gather key documents from you (such as the Will, death certificate, asset details, etc.) to get things moving quickly. You'll need to fill in our Estate Information Form (EIF), which is where we collate all known information in one place.
We contact all known asset and liability holders, request valuations at the date of death, and ask them to deal with us directly. You'll be given some breathing room to focus on remembering the person you've lost, rather than chasing or being chased by different institutions.
We'll establish the gross and net estate values and assess the legal and tax position. This ensures the Grant application is accurate the first time.
We prepare and submit the Inheritance Tax (IHT) paperwork, arrange any payments due, and handle HMRC queries to avoid delays. IHT must typically be paid within six months of death, so we work hard to have the steps before this completed in advance.
We prepare and submit the Grant of Probate (or Letters of Administration if there is no Will) and chase progress with the Registry. Whilst we are waiting for the Grant to be returned, we will begin writing to any beneficiaries to let them know what information we need from them.
With the Grant in hand, we are now able to encash or transfer assets, settle liabilities, and progress property and shareholdings.
We liaise with each institution's requirements, bring funds into the estate account, and pay verified debts and expenses.
We complete beneficiary ID and anti-fraud checks, provide regular progress updates, and, where appropriate, discuss interim asset distributions.
We reconcile Income Tax and Capital Gains Tax during administration and obtain tax clearances so the estate can be wrapped up properly.
You'll receive clear, comprehensive estate accounts showing all money in and out, ready for your review and approval.
We pay the beneficiaries in line with the Will or intestacy rules, provide completion paperwork, and close the estate - giving you peace of mind.
Fixed fees, no surprises
Faster, stress-free process
Licensed & regulated experts
Dedicated Personal Estate Manager
National award-winning service
Over 40,000 estates handled
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 Kings Court Trust 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
Every estate is different, but the same questions often come up. Here are some answers to get you started. If you'd like tailored advice, our probate specialists are just a call away.
The fee for a Grant of Probate is set by HM Courts and Tribunals Service (HMCTS) and is payable directly to them. This costs £300 for estates worth over £5,000, plus an additional £1.50 per copy of the Grant.
Fees for probate help depend on the provider. As you've seen from the table above, our costs start at £1,995 including VAT, the Grant fee, and 5 copies of the Grant, and increase depending on the complexity of the estate.
You'll always know our total costs upfront, with no hidden extras.
Yes, it's possible to apply for probate on your own. However, it can be time-consuming, stressful, and mistakes may cause costly delays or even financial losses. Many families choose us for the reassurance that everything will be handled correctly, efficiently, and with full support, allowing them to concentrate on remembering the person they've lost.
Solicitors often charge by the hour or a percentage of the estate's value, which can become very expensive. We provide the same professional, regulated service on a fixed-fee basis, so you'll receive expert support without spiralling costs. Additionally, probate support is the only service we provide; we often see more cases in a year than many Solicitors will see in a lifetime. As a result, there's rarely something we haven't seen before or wouldn't know how to help with.
Probate typically takes between six to 12 months, depending on the size and complexity of the estate, but it can take longer if the estate is complex, or if there's a hold up caused by something outside of our control (e.g. the sale of a property). With our proactive approach and dedicated Personal Estate Managers, we work to minimise delays wherever possible.
It depends on how much of the process you'd like us to handle. We'll talk you through the options and provide a clear recommendation based on your circumstances, so you can choose the right support for you.
Our free-to-access support guides can help you to grow your understanding of probate and estate administration.
