This is difficult to be confirm because each Estate is different. For example, there may be delays identifying and/or confirming the assets and debts of the Estate, the application process may be complex and lengthy due to the nature of the Estate, inheritance tax may be payable and this will involve dealing with HMRC, there is no precise timescale for the Probate Registry to deal with the Estate and the process of obtaining the funds for each asset will vary and can be lengthy.
We will always provide the Executors or Administrators of the Estate with a time estimate at the outset of the Estate, but this can only be an estimate. However, we will generally expect to conclude an Estate within 6 to 12 months of instructions.
Please find more information in our Grant of Probate and Estate Administration section here
