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Radio 4,16 Apr 2014,30 mins

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Questions about probate? Call 03700 100 444 from 1pm to 3.30pm on Wednesday or e-mail [email protected] now The loss of a loved one brings many difficult emotions and practical tasks. If you're an executor of the will you'll be responsible for administering the estate, collecting in all the money, paying any debts and distributing what is left to the beneficiaries. If you need help with Probate, we'll have a team of specialists in the studio ready with advice. What are the key steps? How do you complete the process if there is no will? What will it cost and should you use a solicitor or do-it-yourself? Who can help if you are confused? To answer your queries, presenter Ruth Alexander will be joined by: Julia Abrey, Partner & Head of Elder Law, Withers. Austin Lafferty, Austin Lafferty Solicitors & Past President of the Law Society of Scotland. Nicola Plant, Partner, Pemberton Greenish. Whatever you need to ask, call 03700 100 444 between 1pm and 3.30pm on Wednesday or e-mail [email protected] now. Standard geographic charges apply.

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