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Probate

Articles on the topic of probate.

Probate services

ICAEW is an approved regulator and licensing authority for probate services. This enables us to accredit firms to offer probate services to their clients. Here we explain the benefits of accreditation and the application process, provide support for accredited firms and also information for consumers including a register of ICAEW accredited for probate firms.

Modernising intestacy rules

Spouses and civil partners are set to benefit from changes in the rules of intestacy. Jane Netting explains the practical implications of dying without a will.