EMW in Milton Keynes, Northampton, Watford & London Guiding You Through Probate and Estate Administration with Care & Clarity .
Estate and Probate Legal Support Across Milton Keynes, Northampton, Watford and London with EMW
Providing a Holistic Approach to Estate Administration
At EMW, we recognise that dealing with the estate of a loved one can be a challenging and emotional process. That’s why our experienced team provides a compassionate, personal, and professional service tailored to your specific needs. Whether you are a family member, executor, or estate administrator, we are here to guide you through every stage of estate administration.
Expertise in All Types of Estates
Our team advises on and administers estates of all sizes and complexities—from straightforward distributions to high-value estates with international assets, business interests, or trusts. We bring a depth of expertise that ensures nothing is overlooked and everything is handled efficiently and with care.
Tax-Efficient Solutions for Every Estate
No matter the size of the estate, it is crucial that it is administered in a way that is both legally compliant and tax-efficient. Our goal is to help you minimise exposure to inheritance tax and other liabilities, while ensuring that the estate is distributed according to the deceased’s wishes or the laws of intestacy.
A Comprehensive, Joined-Up Service
We take a truly holistic approach to estate and probate matters. Our service doesn’t stop at legal formalities—we work collaboratively with other professionals, such as financial advisers and accountants, where needed, to ensure that every potential issue is considered and addressed. This joined-up way of working helps to avoid future complications and provides peace of mind at a difficult time.
Local Knowledge, Regional Strength
With offices in Milton Keynes, Northampton, Watford and London, we combine local understanding with regional reach, offering accessible, expert support wherever you’re based. We are well-versed in the unique needs of individuals and families across these locations, ensuring tailored advice grounded in practical experience.
How We Can Help with Estate and Probate Matters
Inheritance Tax Advice and Asset Valuation
We offer expert guidance on a full range of inheritance tax (IHT) issues, helping you to make informed decisions and manage liabilities effectively. This includes advice on:
– Business Property Relief (BPR)
– Agricultural Property Relief (APR)
– Heritage property considerations
We also assist with the often complex task of valuing estate assets, including real estate, business interests, investments, and personal possessions. Our goal is to ensure that valuations are accurate, compliant, and do not trigger avoidable tax consequences.
Cross-Border Estate Administration
With global mobility on the rise, many estates now include international assets or beneficiaries. We regularly handle estates with cross-border elements, working in close coordination with:
– Foreign attorneys
– Overseas tax specialists
– International property valuers and brokers
– Local and international advisors
This collaborative approach ensures that both UK and foreign legal requirements are met, helping to streamline the estate process and reduce administrative delays.
Intestacy and Post-Death Variations
In cases where someone dies without a valid will (intestate), we provide clear advice on how the estate will be distributed according to the statutory rules. We assist executors, administrators and family members in navigating this often complex process.
We also advise on Deeds of Variation, allowing beneficiaries to legally alter the distribution of an estate after death — whether for tax efficiency, to benefit additional family members, or to resolve disputes.
Serving Clients Across Milton Keynes, Northampton, Watford and London
At EMW, we provide clear, compassionate, and practical legal advice on all aspects of estate administration and probate. Whether you are planning for the future or managing the estate of a loved one, we are here to guide you every step of the way.
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When a loved one has passed away, obtaining the probate can be a daunting exercise, which we our team aim to make easier for you. We frequently act as executors of estates; however we also advise executors in respect of their obligations and duties on probate matters.
We assist with ascertaining the full extent of assets and liabilities of an estate and complete the required inheritance tax reporting forms in order to obtain the Grant of Probate. We can then proceed to advise with the estate administration.
We can assist you with post-death variations to Estates including the preparation of deeds of variation/family arrangement and disclaimers. Post death variations can be used to re-organise Estates for both estate planning purposes and to resolve potential claims
In certain circumstances historic and heritage assets such as buildings, land, works of art and other objects will qualify for relief from tax including Inheritance Tax and Capital Gains Tax under the Conditional Exemption Tax Incentive Scheme. Our Team can provide advice and guidance on the steps required to claim relief on heritage assets.
Where no will has been made, we will advise and assist in obtaining Grant of Probate for an Intestate Estate.
- Business Property Relief
- Agricultural Property Relief
- Heritage Asset Relief
- Woodland Relief
Our trust corporation (the EMW Trust Corporation Limited) is a wholly owned subsidiary of EMW Law LLP. Our trust corporation is non-trading and where appointed will instruct EMW to undertake work on its behalf. The EMW Trust Corporation fills the roles previously taken by the individual partners in EMW and can act in several capacities including as Executor, Trustee, Attorney and Deputy.
The advantage of appointing a trust corporation is that unlike an individual it never goes on holiday, gets ill, retires or dies, it therefore provides continuous service.
Examples of our probate and estate administration work
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