Do I Need Probate? Step 1 of 2 - Do I Need Probate? 50% Did the deceased own any property?* Yes No I'm Not Sure How was the property owned?* Sole Ownership Joint Tenants Tenants in Common I'm Not Sure If you're unsure, you may find this information in the property deeds and documents. If you can't locate it, simply select "I'm not sure."Did the deceased have over £5,000 in any bank or building society account in their sole name when they died?* Yes No I'm Not Sure Did the deceased have any stocks, shares or other investments in their sole name?* Yes No I'm Not Sure We need some further information to confirm if you need to apply for probate. One of our probate experts will call you to take some further information from you. They will be able to advise whether you need probate and, if you do, they can provide you with a guaranteed fixed fee for obtaining probate on your behalf.We think you will need to apply for probate.Based on the information you’ve given, it is likely you will need to apply for probate. One of our probate experts will call you to take some further information, and provide you with a guaranteed fixed fee for obtaining probate on your behalf.We don’t think you will need to apply for probate.Based on the information you have given, we don’t think you will need to apply for probate. Many estates don’t require a grant of probate because of the types of assets the deceased had or how they were held. However, if an organisation has asked for probate, one of our probate experts will be happy to help. Your name* Your email* Contact number* Further informationAny details you think would be helpful, e.g. your relationship to the deceased, whether they had a will, who benefits from the deceased’s estate and the assets and liabilities of the estate. This box is optional, one of our probate experts can take all relevant details from you over the phone.
