Charlotte Kahrman, a Solicitor in the Contentious Probate Team at Wright Hassall,
examines three recent cases where proprietary estoppel was considered.
When someone dies, the surviving relatives or personal representatives will need to
apply for probate to deal with the deceased’s estate. But how long does it currently
take to get a grant of probate?
Reforms to death certification in England and Wales came into effect in September
2024. Rachelle Nuttall, a solicitor in the Wills and Probate department at Stephensons,
explains what has changed to the death certification process.