Application for Grant of Representation

How long will the probate process take?

The length of time that an application for Grant or full administration will take very much depends on the complexity of the estate. Often, we are also dependant on third parties providing replies which can, if not provided in good time, delay matters. Of course, you can be assured that Minster Law will always do everything to ensure that the matter is progressed as quickly as possible for you.

Date of Death

(24 hours – 1 month)

Inform Minster Law Solicitors

(2 working days)

Minster Law Client Care Letter providing details of our services and Terms & Conditions of Business

(1 week)

Return of Authority to Act Form, ID Documents & relevant documents of the deceased as discussed with Minster Law (e.g Death Certificate, Will)

(1 week)

Minster Law contact financial organisations, creditors and other organisations with whom the deceased had accounts (e.g magazine subscriptions) to provide notification of death and freeze accounts. We will arrange settlement of the funeral account also at this time if funds are available in the deceased’s bank account

(1 week)

Minster Law prepare Oath for Personal Representative (PR) and Inheritance Tax form(s)

(1 week)

Tax form is signed & Oath sworn then both returned to Minster Law

(2 working days)

Minster Law submit application for Grant of Representation to the Probate Registry

(10 working days)