Clear, practical advice for planning ahead and protecting the people who matter most.
At MSB, our Wills and Probate team help individuals and families make important decisions about the future with confidence and care. Whether you are making a Will, dealing with the estate of someone who has died, putting a Lasting Power of Attorney in place, or supporting a loved one who can no longer manage their own affairs, we provide clear, compassionate legal advice tailored to your circumstances.
We understand that these matters can feel personal, emotional and sometimes overwhelming. Our role is to make the process as straightforward as possible, explain your options clearly and help you put the right protections in place.
To speak to our Wills and Probate team, call 0331 630 1144, email probate@msbsolicitors.co.uk or complete our Enquiry Form and we’ll get back to you.
Areas of expertise
Wills and Probate FAQs
What is the difference between Wills and Probate?
Do I need a solicitor to make a Will?
When should I update my Will?
What is probate?
What is a Lasting Power of Attorney?
What happens if someone loses capacity without a Power of Attorney?
Can you help with inheritance tax planning?
Can you help if there is a dispute about a Will or estate?
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How can we help
A carefully prepared Will gives you control over what happens to your estate and helps protect your loved ones. We can advise on straightforward Wills, more complex family arrangements, inheritance tax considerations and updating an existing Will after a change in circumstances.
Probate and estate administration
If someone close to you has died, we can guide you through the legal and practical steps involved in administering their estate. This may include applying for probate, dealing with assets and liabilities, communicating with beneficiaries and ensuring the estate is distributed correctly.
A Lasting Power of Attorney allows you to appoint someone you trust to make decisions for you if you are unable to do so in the future. We can prepare and register LPAs covering property and financial affairs, health and welfare, or both.
Where someone has lost mental capacity and does not have a valid Power of Attorney in place, an application to the Court of Protection may be needed. We can advise on Deputyship applications, Statutory Wills and decisions relating to property and financial affairs.
Trusts, inheritance tax and estate planning
For clients with more complex estates, blended families, business assets or inheritance tax concerns, we can provide practical estate planning advice to help protect assets and provide clarity for the future.
Disputes about Wills or estates
If there is a disagreement about a Will, inheritance, an estate or the actions of an executor, we can advise on your options and help you understand the best way forward.
When should I speak to a solicitor?
You may benefit from legal advice if:
- you want to make or update your Will
- you are separating, marrying, remarrying or have children
- you own property or business assets
- you are concerned about inheritance tax
- you need to deal with Probate after someone has died
- a loved one is becoming unable to manage their own affairs
- you are unsure whether a Power of Attorney or Court of Protection application is needed
- there is a disagreement about an estate, Will or executor
What our clients say
Excellent Probate Service
"I recently dealt with Steven Butchart regarding a probate matter, and I couldn’t be more satisfied with the service he provided. He handled everything with professionalism, sensitivity, and clarity during a very difficult time. Steven was always prompt in responding to my queries and kept me informed at every stage of the process. His guidance made the legal side of things much less stressful. I highly recommend him to anyone needing support with probate or other legal matters."
Extremely Professional
"In the last six months MSB have prepared three wills and two applications for Legal Power of Attorney for various family members. The service we received was exemplary which was epitomised in the professional ,prompt and courteous manner we experienced."
Excellent solicitors
"Robert Lee and Caroline Chamberlain have been so helpful whilst I was dealing with my late brother's estate. It’s been a really stressful time what with losing my brother, and not knowing what I needed to do. Also, the complex situation I had to deal with regarding my late brother’s estate and the beneficiaries. Robert and Caroline are really experienced in their roles. I received excellent regular, and clear communication from them both throughout the whole process. I would highly recommend them both to friends and family who require advice and support."
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