Yes, an Executor can deal with an Estate, but there are various complex matters to consider and potential pitfalls to avoid, there are large amounts of paperwork to deal with and the matter of dealing with the Estate and distributing the monies to the Beneficiaries is a significant personal and legal responsibility.
Also, it is common for the appointed Executors to be family members of the deceased and so the Executors will be grieving at the same time as trying to deal with the Estate. Following the death of a loved one, Executors may not want the additional stress of dealing with the Estate.
As Solicitors, we are fully regulated and insured and very experienced in dealing with these matters. Our aim is to take away from the Executor(s) the responsibility, stress and legal burden of their role and ensure that the process is dealt with correctly and efficiently.
Please find more information in our Grant of Probate and Estate Administration section here
