The probatesdirect advice centre is here to provide you with no-nonsense, impartial advice giving you a helping hand to get things sorted.

With everything from dealing with the Registrar, coping with a sudden and unexpected death, arranging a funeral and guiding you through the legal process to winding up a deceased persons estate are some of the options available to you.

Our advice centre is your resource.

Also within the centre is a database of organisations and charities which will be able to help you with the bereavement process.

Our bookshop gives details of some of the books available which you may find helpful in dealing with any particular situation.

It should be remembered that there are differences between the Law and procedures in England and Wales and Scotland. Where differences exist these are shown. Please remember that the advice given in our advice centre is of a general nature. It does not contain a full explanation of all legal problems that come up in any given situation.

Solicitors and other professional fees can vary greatly. If you are seeking advice from a Solicitor telephone first and when making the appointment explain what assistance you require and ask how much the charge will be. If an indication of the likely cost is not given you should contact an alternative Solicitor.

If you have any comments on how we can improve the advice centre please use the feedback facility and have your say.