Compassionate legal support when you need it most

Our Private Client team recognise the importance of supporting clients at the most difficult times of their lives, including when dealing with the loss of a loved one. Often these times feel like an emotional rollercoaster and can be challenging enough without the added pressure or responsibility of administering your loved one’s estate. We provide compassionate guidance and assistance through the probate and estate administration process, giving you peace of mind when you need it the most.

Our Probate and Estate Administration services

We assist executors, administrators and families with all aspects of probate and estate administration, including;

Guiding and explaining
Intestacy (where there is no valid Will)
Advice on the need for Grant of Representation
Identifying and valuing assets
Application for the Grant of Representation
Preparing and submitting the application for the Grant of Representation
Completing and submitting estate figures and Inheritance Tax returns to HMRC
Third Party requirements on death
Trusts, Lifetime Gifts and Estate Planning
Estate Administration for Foreign or Complex Assets
Distributing Assets
Disputes or Contested Wills

Why choose Max Engel for Estate Administration?

  • Experience: Our empathetic and supportive Private Client team handles estates of all sizes and complexities, from simple to high-net-worth estates.

  • Professionalism with Care: We balance expert legal support with an understanding, supportive and empathetic approach.

  • Full-Service Support: We draw on specialists across our firm from property transfers to trust matters.

  • Costs: We will give you an estimate of costs at the beginning, whether it is a simple probate application or a more detailed or complex estate administration, so you know the costs involved.

  • Regulated and Trusted: As a fully regulated, trusted and insured firm, we offer the assurance of professional integrity and accountability.

We’re on your side

Meet our team of experts

Our experienced staff are here to provide you with tailored legal advice and unwavering support, drawing on decades of expertise to meet your unique needs.

Rebecca Walker
Rebecca WalkerSenior Associate Solicitor
Head of Private Client
01604 887459
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Claire Beard
Claire BeardSenior Associate Solicitor
Deputy Head of Private Client
01604 887454
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Jade Atkins
Jade AtkinsSenior Paralegal
Private Client
01604 887541
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Mihaela Safaler
Mihaela SafalerParalegal
Private Client
01604 887461
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Jayne Croft
Jayne CroftSecretary
Private Client
01604 219650
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Mary Caruana
Mary CaruanaSecretary
Private Client
01604 219651
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We provide an initial consultation following the death of a loved one.