Practical guidance from Simon Jenkins, Director at Curtis Legal.
Do all estates need probate? Learn when a grant is required, when joint assets bypass probate and how thresholds work in 2026.
Read more →How long does probate take in 2026? A realistic stage-by-stage timeline for grants, tax clearance and final distribution.
Read more →Wondering what happens if you don’t apply for probate? Learn when probate is required, the legal and financial risks of delay, and your options as an executor.
Read more →Thinking about doing probate yourself? Learn what is involved, where the pitfalls are and when DIY probate is genuinely realistic in 2026.
Read more →Wondering if you need a probate solicitor? Learn when professional help is essential, when DIY works and what 2026 fees look like in plain English.
Read more →How long does probate take with a will? Most straightforward estates complete in 6-12 months. Complex estates take 2-3 years. Definitive 2026 timescales, stage by stage, with key deadlines.
Read more →What is probate? The legal process of administering an estate after death — collecting assets, paying debts and taxes, and distributing to beneficiaries. Plain-English guide from Simon Jenkins.
Read more →Learn how to track your probate application with HMCTS, what the 2026 processing timelines look like, why applications get delayed, and what to do if yours has stalled. Expert guidance from specialist solicitor Simon Jenkins.
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