Here at Howells Solicitors, our probate solicitors regularly blog and answer frequently asked questions such as ‘how long does probate take?’ and ‘what is a grant of probate?’. In this post, we have collated some of our most useful advice and guidance regarding wills and probate in one handy hub. More...

Here on the Howells blog we’ve previously written about how to find a trusted probate solicitor, but what are the benefits of using a probate solicitor? We detail these below. More...

If you want to make a gesture in the form of a cash gift, you want to ensure that you are getting the best deal with regards to inheritance tax. There are a number of ways in which you can gift money without incurring inheritance tax. However, this depends on why you gift it, who you gift it to, how much you gift and how long you live after gifting the money. The law in this area can be quite complex, but here are a few tips to help you make the right decision. More...

Navigating your way through legal paperwork can be tricky, especially when you’re grieving. To make things as clear and concise as possible, we’ve created a step-by-step guide to the probate process. More...

A bereavement is always an emotional time in a person’s life. Many bereaved individuals find themselves in a vulnerable position and therefore need the representation of a trusted solicitor. 

Sadly, there are a number of people out there who may try to take advantage of a person’s grieving state. That’s why we would like to share our knowledge of how to find a trusted probate solicitor. More...