Probate law

Probate Solicitors in Manchester

There are 20 law firms in Manchester 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 Manchester

Nearest to the city centre first
  1. Ship Canal House, 98 King Street, Manchester, M2 4WU

    • Family & Divorce
    • Personal Injury
    • Wills & Trusts
    • Probate
    • +8 more
    <0.1 mi 4 offices
  2. BB Legal Limited

    SRA authorised

    81 Fountain Street, Manchester, M2 2EE

    • Family & Divorce
    • Personal Injury
    • Wills & Trusts
    • Probate
    • +2 more
    0.1 mi 6 offices
  3. Hill Dickinson LLP

    SRA authorised

    1 St Michael’s, 36 Jacksons Row, Manchester, M2 5WD

    • Family & Divorce
    • Personal Injury
    • Wills & Trusts
    • Probate
    • +8 more
    0.1 mi 10 offices
  4. Gordon and Thompson Ltd

    SRA authorised

    95A Princess Street, Manchester, M1 4HT

    • Family & Divorce
    • Personal Injury
    • Criminal Defence
    • Immigration
    • +10 more
    0.2 mi 11 offices
  5. St James Tower, 1st floor, Room 107, 7 Charlotte Street, Manchester, M1 4DZ

    • Family & Divorce
    • Personal Injury
    • Criminal Defence
    • Immigration
    • +4 more
    0.2 mi 18 offices
  6. Richard Nelson LLP

    SRA authorised

    13th Floor, Piccadilly Plaza, Manchester, M1 4BT

    • Family & Divorce
    • Criminal Defence
    • Immigration
    • Wills & Trusts
    • +6 more
    0.2 mi 17 offices
  7. Prosperity Law LLP

    SRA authorised

    Vantage Point, 4 Hardman Street, Spinningfields, Manchester, M3 3HF

    • Family & Divorce
    • Personal Injury
    • Wills & Trusts
    • Probate
    • +11 more
    0.3 mi 4 offices
  8. Brabners LLP

    SRA authorised

    100 Barbirolli Square, Manchester, M2 3BD

    • Family & Divorce
    • Personal Injury
    • Criminal Defence
    • Immigration
    • +9 more
    0.3 mi 5 offices
  9. Freeths LLP

    SRA authorised

    Floor 6, 100 Barbirolli Square, Manchester, M2 3BD

    • Family & Divorce
    • Personal Injury
    • Immigration
    • Wills & Trusts
    • +10 more
    0.3 mi 12 offices
  10. Arch Law Limited

    SRA authorised

    Linley House, Dickinson Street, Manchester, M1 4LF

    • Family & Divorce
    • Personal Injury
    • Probate
    • Conveyancing
    • +5 more
    0.3 mi 6 offices
  11. MSB Solicitors Limited

    SRA authorised

    Blackfriars House, Parsonage, Manchester, M3 2JA

    • Family & Divorce
    • Personal Injury
    • Criminal Defence
    • Wills & Trusts
    • +7 more
    0.3 mi 7 offices
  12. Shakespeare Martineau LLP

    SRA authorised

    Cubo, No 1 Spinningfields, Manchester, M3 3JE

    • Family & Divorce
    • Personal Injury
    • Wills & Trusts
    • Probate
    • +9 more
    0.3 mi 23 offices
  13. Browne Jacobson LLP

    SRA authorised

    Spinningfields, 1 Hardman Square, Manchester, M3 3EB

    • Wills & Trusts
    • Probate
    • Conveyancing
    • Employment
    • +8 more
    0.3 mi 6 offices
  14. Excello Law Limited

    SRA authorised

    3 Hardman Square, Manchester, M3 3EB

    • Family & Divorce
    • Personal Injury
    • Immigration
    • Wills & Trusts
    • +11 more
    0.3 mi 12 offices
  15. Ison Harrison Limited

    SRA authorised

    Cubo Mezzanine, No 1 Spinningfields, Manchester, M3 3EB

    • Family & Divorce
    • Personal Injury
    • Criminal Defence
    • Immigration
    • +8 more
    0.3 mi 29 offices
  16. Weightmans LLP

    SRA authorised

    No1 Spinningfields, 1 Hardman Square, Manchester, M3 3EB

    • Family & Divorce
    • Personal Injury
    • Criminal Defence
    • Wills & Trusts
    • +12 more
    0.3 mi 10 offices
  17. Hugh James

    SRA authorised

    Third floor, 2 Commercial Street, Manchester, M15 4RQ

    • Family & Divorce
    • Personal Injury
    • Wills & Trusts
    • Probate
    • +8 more
    0.5 mi 6 offices
  18. 1 Angel Square, Manchester, M60 0AG

    • Family & Divorce
    • Personal Injury
    • Wills & Trusts
    • Probate
    • +2 more
    0.7 mi 9 offices
  19. Imd Solicitors LLP

    SRA authorised

    Suite 1N-C, 1st Floor, Trafford House, Chester Rd, Stretford, Manchester, M32 0RS

    • Family & Divorce
    • Personal Injury
    • Criminal Defence
    • Immigration
    • +7 more
    2.3 mi 3 offices
  20. Sleigh Son & Booth

    SRA authorised

    1 Ashton Road, Droylsden, Manchester, M43 7AB

    • Wills & Trusts
    • Probate
    • Conveyancing
    • Employment
    • +3 more
    4.1 mi 5 offices

More probate solicitors near Manchester

Within 15 miles
  1. TLT LLP

    SRA authorised

    Eden Building, Irwell Street, Salford, M3 5EN

    • Wills & Trusts
    • Probate
    • Conveyancing
    • Employment
    • +6 more
    0.5 mi 7 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 Manchester?

We list 20 firms with an office in Manchester that handle probate matters, about 71% of local law firms.

How do I choose a probate solicitor in Manchester?

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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