Grant of Probate.

Solicitors in Bristol.

Daniel Woodman & Co specialise in Divorce Proceedings, Probate, Lasting Power of Attorneys and Wills.

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A Grant of Probate is a legal document that gives the executor of a will the authority to manage the deceased person’s estate.

If there is no will, a similar document called a Grant of Letters of Administration is issued instead. Both documents allow the appointed person to:

Access bank accounts
Sell property or assets
Pay debts and taxes
Distribute the estate to the rightful beneficiaries

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0117 967 9800

How Much Does Probate Cost?

Our probate service is tailored to the size and complexity of the estate.

Prices typically range from: £2,000-£4,000 for non-complex and non-taxable estates (excluding VAT and disbursements) to between £5,000 - £10,000 for complex or taxable estates (excluding VAT and disbursements) or between £10,000- £20,000 for complex and taxable estates (excluding VAT and disbursements).

The nature of everyone’s estate varies considerably and so the above is just a range of possible costs, a full quote for fees will be provided in your initial free consultation.

The exact cost depends on:

Whether or not there is a will
The value and complexity of the assets
The number of beneficiaries
Whether there is property involved

You’ll receive a detailed quote before any work begins.

"This was the first time I have used Daniel Woodman.

In dealing in with Charles Dibley and his team my husband and I were very pleased with the professional advice and excellent service provided. Information provided was made very clear and easy to understand throughout through a difficult time. Very courteous and friendly solicitors to deal with overall.

We would not hesitate to recommend Daniel Woodman's to friends and family".

Mr and Mrs Box, 2025

What’s included in our Probate Service?

Legal Affairs

Verifying the will (or applying intestacy rules if there is no will)
Preparing and submitting the probate application
Identifying executors, administrators, and beneficiaries
Publishing statutory notices (disbursement fees may apply)
Managing claims against the estate or preparing Deeds of Variation (additional fees may apply)

Tax Matters

Completing Inheritance Tax (IHT) forms: IHT205 or IHT400
Advising on estates liability for Income Tax and Capital Gains Tax (an accountant may need to be instructed to assist with this)
Claiming relevant exemptions or reliefs in respect of inheritance tax
Liaising with HMRC and resolving queries
Transferring unused nil rate band allowances where applicable