Compassionate, Expert Probate Support Across Wiltshire

Losing a loved one is never easy, and handling their affairs can feel overwhelming. At Marley Solicitors, we specialise in guiding families throughout Wiltshire, from Swindon to Salisbury, Marlborough to Trowbridge, through every stage of the probate process. We combine clear advice, a personal touch and transparent fees to help you secure a grant of probate swiftly and with the minimum of stress.

What you can expect

• Dedicated probate specialist
  You’ll be partnered with a solicitor experienced in non-contentious probate. They’ll explain each step, no legal jargon, so you know exactly what’s happening and when.
• Efficient application
  We prepare and submit your Grant of Probate application to HM Courts & Tribunals Service (HMCTS), handling all the paperwork, inheritance tax forms and correspondence on your behalf.
• Asset collection & distribution
  From closing bank accounts and transferring property titles to settling debts and distributing inheritances, we manage every detail, keeping you informed with clear, itemised accounts.
• Fixed fees & no hidden costs
  Our probate packages are priced up-front. You’ll know your total costs before we begin work, so there are no surprises.

Probate by the numbers

• Applications & grants in 2022
  There were 234,711 applications for Probate Grants in England and Wales in 2022, with 221,820 grants issued, marking year-on-year rises of 4% and 1% respectively.
• Digital applications soaring
  In April – June 2022, 87% of probate applications and 88% of grants were made digitally, up from around 76% in the same quarter of 2021, reflecting faster, more accessible online services.
• Typical turnaround times
  Most grants arrive within 12 weeks of application, and the median wait in 2023 was 11.0 weeks from submission to issue.

Common questions

1. Do I need a solicitor?
   While you can apply yourself, a solicitor ensures your application is error-free, speeds up the process and lets you focus on your family.
2. What about inheritance tax?
   We’ll calculate any tax due, liaise with HMRC on your behalf and confirm the Inheritance Tax Certificate before probate is granted.
3. Can I apply if there’s no will?
   Yes, where there’s no valid will, we guide you through obtaining Letters of Administration instead, distributing the estate in line with intestacy rules.
4. What if debts exceed assets?
   We’ll advise on insolvency procedures and how best to protect beneficiaries from unexpected liability.

What our clients say

“Marley Solicitors took care of everything after my father passed away. Their clarity and compassion in Melksham meant I wasn’t left worrying about forms or deadlines.” – Emma, Marlborough

“I was lost trying to sort my aunt’s estate. The team at Marley Solicitors in Westbury guided me through every form, every question, and got our grant in under three months.” – Stephen, Westbury

Get started today

There’s no deadline for an LPA, but life can change fast, 25% of residents might regret waiting. Call Marley Solicitors at 0330 999 1888 or email lesley@marleysolicitors.co.uk / yasmin@marleysolicitors.co.uk for your free consultation. We’re here 24/7.