Probate law

Probate Solicitors in London

There are 29 law firms in London that handle probate matters, registered with the Solicitors Regulation Authority. Applying for probate and administering the estate of someone who has died.

Probate firms in London

Nearest to the city centre first
  1. 5 Fleet Place, London, EC4M 7RD

    • Family & Divorce
    • Criminal Defence
    • Immigration
    • Wills & Trusts
    • +10 more
    0.2 mi 10 offices
  2. First Floor, 1 Chancery Lane, London, WC2A 1LF

    • Family & Divorce
    • Probate
    • Conveyancing
    • Employment
    • +6 more
    0.2 mi 3 offices
  3. Excello Law Limited

    SRA authorised

    G&G Law Office 3.02 Central Court, 25 Southampton Buildings, London, WC2A 1AL

    • Family & Divorce
    • Personal Injury
    • Immigration
    • Wills & Trusts
    • +11 more
    0.2 mi 12 offices
  4. Metrolaw Solicitors Ltd

    SRA authorised

    Tallis House, 2 Tallis Street, London, EC4Y 0AB

    • Family & Divorce
    • Personal Injury
    • Criminal Defence
    • Immigration
    • +6 more
    0.3 mi 2 offices
  5. Richard Nelson LLP

    SRA authorised

    20 Old Bailey, London, EC4M 1AN

    • Family & Divorce
    • Criminal Defence
    • Immigration
    • Wills & Trusts
    • +6 more
    0.4 mi 17 offices
  6. TLT LLP

    SRA authorised

    20 Gresham Street, London, EC2V 7JE

    • Wills & Trusts
    • Probate
    • Conveyancing
    • Employment
    • +6 more
    0.6 mi 7 offices
  7. Brabners LLP

    SRA authorised

    4 Coleman Street, London, EC2R 5AR

    • Family & Divorce
    • Personal Injury
    • Criminal Defence
    • Immigration
    • +9 more
    0.8 mi 5 offices
  8. Switalskis Solicitors, 77 Coleman Street, City of London, London, EC2R 5BJ

    • Family & Divorce
    • Personal Injury
    • Criminal Defence
    • Wills & Trusts
    • +8 more
    0.8 mi 13 offices
  9. Geldards LLP

    SRA authorised

    51 Moorgate, London, EC2R 6LL

    • Family & Divorce
    • Personal Injury
    • Wills & Trusts
    • Probate
    • +6 more
    0.8 mi 5 offices
  10. Hugh James

    SRA authorised

    1 Kings Arms Yard, London, EC2R 7AF

    • Family & Divorce
    • Personal Injury
    • Wills & Trusts
    • Probate
    • +8 more
    0.8 mi 6 offices
  11. Edwards Duthie Shamash

    SRA authorised

    12 Baylis Rd, London, SE1 7AA

    • Family & Divorce
    • Personal Injury
    • Criminal Defence
    • Wills & Trusts
    • +10 more
    0.9 mi 7 offices
  12. Robert Bingham Limited

    SRA authorised

    29 Martin Lane, London, EC4R 0DJ

    • Wills & Trusts
    • Probate
    • Conveyancing
    • Litigation & Disputes
    • +2 more
    0.9 mi 5 offices
  13. 24 King William Street, London, EC4R 9AT

    • Family & Divorce
    • Personal Injury
    • Immigration
    • Wills & Trusts
    • +11 more
    1.0 mi 6 offices
  14. Arch Law Limited

    SRA authorised

    Huckletree Floor 2, 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ

    • Family & Divorce
    • Personal Injury
    • Probate
    • Conveyancing
    • +5 more
    1.1 mi 6 offices
  15. Sackville House, 143-149 Fenchurch Street, London, EC3M 6BL

    • Family & Divorce
    • Personal Injury
    • Criminal Defence
    • Immigration
    • +4 more
    1.1 mi 18 offices
  16. Shakespeare Martineau LLP

    SRA authorised

    19th Floor, The Shard, 32 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9SG

    • Family & Divorce
    • Personal Injury
    • Wills & Trusts
    • Probate
    • +9 more
    1.1 mi 23 offices
  17. Imd Solicitors LLP

    SRA authorised

    1st Floor, 63 St. Mary Axe, London, EC3A 8AA

    • Family & Divorce
    • Personal Injury
    • Criminal Defence
    • Immigration
    • +7 more
    1.2 mi 3 offices
  18. Browne Jacobson LLP

    SRA authorised

    15th Floor, 6 Bevis Marks, Bury Court, London, EC3A 7BA

    • Wills & Trusts
    • Probate
    • Conveyancing
    • Employment
    • +8 more
    1.2 mi 6 offices
  19. Weightmans LLP

    SRA authorised

    The Hallmark Building, 105 Fenchurch Street, London, EC3M 5JG

    • Family & Divorce
    • Personal Injury
    • Criminal Defence
    • Wills & Trusts
    • +12 more
    1.3 mi 10 offices
  20. Hill Dickinson LLP

    SRA authorised

    The Broadgate Tower, 20 Primrose Street, London, EC2A 2EW

    • Family & Divorce
    • Personal Injury
    • Wills & Trusts
    • Probate
    • +8 more
    1.3 mi 10 offices

More probate solicitors near London

Within 15 miles
  1. Hanson Woods Limited

    SRA authorised

    1 Elmfield Park, Bromley, BR1 1LU

    • Family & Divorce
    • Criminal Defence
    • Immigration
    • Probate
    • +4 more
    9.5 mi 2 offices
  2. St Jame's's House, G.14 Ground Floor, Eastern Road, Romford, RM1 3NH

    • Family & Divorce
    • Criminal Defence
    • Immigration
    • Wills & Trusts
    • +5 more
    13.3 mi 3 offices

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About probate solicitors

When someone dies, their estate has to be collected in, debts and taxes paid, and what is left passed to the right people. Probate solicitors help executors and families through this process. They can do as much or as little of the work as you need.

Read our guide to probate solicitors

Frequently asked questions

How many probate solicitors are there in London?

We list 29 firms with an office in London that handle probate matters, about 63% of local law firms.

How do I choose a probate solicitor in London?

Shortlist two or three firms, check each one's registration with the SRA register, and ask about their experience with cases like yours, who will handle your matter, and how they charge.

How much does a probate solicitor cost?

Fees depend on the complexity of your matter. Many firms offer a free or fixed-fee first consultation. Ask for a written estimate, including any additional costs.

How long does probate take?

Getting the grant can take several weeks to a few months after the application is submitted. Fully administering an estate commonly takes 9 to 12 months, or longer if property must be sold.

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