Private Client Services What is an Administrator & Executor Search?
When someone dies, and there is no apparent next of kin, you may be faced with the possibility of having to write off your time and costs.
The Bona Vacantia, KLTR (King’s & Lord Treasurer’s Remembrancer) or the Crown Solicitor of Northern Ireland are not obliged to refund your fees, but there is an opportunity to continue with your estate administration if a potential Administrator or Executor-Dative can be found.
This situation may arise when a client of yours passes away or as an enquiry from a member of the public when a friend or neighbour has died with no apparent living next of kin.
Free Administrator Search Service
You could be considering referring the case to the Bona Vacantia division or National Ultimus Haeres Unit/KLTR, but by using our free service we will help resolve this issue one way or another.
In the unlikely event that the family has died out completely, then the Bona Vacantia division or National Ultimus Haeres Unit should be notified, and we will help with this process, again at no cost to you.
We often identify and locate surviving kin in such situations at no cost to your firm and extremely quickly. We can then introduce the next of kin to act as your firm so that instructions can be obtained, and the Estate administration can progress.
We have referred numerous Intestacy cases back to solicitors who contact us in this way.
This course of action not only ensures you do not miss out on generating income or recovering your fees, but also provides a free and speedy solution to the problem of a Deceased allegedly having no next of kin.
When someone dies, and there is no apparent next of kin, you may be faced with the possibility of having to write off your time and costs.
This situation may arise when a client of yours passes away or as an enquiry from a member of the public when a friend or neighbour has died with no apparent living next of kin.
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We expertly trace missing heirs to ensure estates are distributed correctly and legally. Using specialist tools and a global research network, we locate entitled beneficiaries, even in the most complex cases of intestacy or partial information.
hen an estate lacks an executor or will, we help identify and appoint an appropriate administrator. This service ensures smooth probate proceedings and legal compliance, particularly in cases of intestacy or contested estates.
We offer full support for executry (Scottish probate) matters, including heir tracing, family tree reconstruction, and asset verification. Our Scotland-based specialists ensure all work is compliant with Scots law and local court procedures.
Our international research team locates and recovers foreign-held assets, including property, bank accounts, and investments. We ensure overseas estates are thoroughly investigated and assets are repatriated efficiently and legally.
We conduct comprehensive will searches through official registries, law firms, and private archives to confirm whether a valid will exists. This reduces the risk of misadministration and helps resolve estate matters with confidence.
If vital documents such as birth, death, marriage, or probate records are missing, our team can locate and retrieve certified copies. This service supports accurate estate administration and reduces delays in probate processing.
We produce and verify family trees to establish rightful heirs, particularly in cases of intestacy. Our findings are supported by official documentation and are accepted by legal professionals and the courts.
Our researchers assist deputies, solicitors, and public bodies in identifying next of kin and establishing family links for vulnerable individuals under Court of Protection. This service supports responsible decision-making and legal compliance.
We trace and verify current or historical trustees for estates, trusts, or charitable entities. This ensures legal representatives can proceed with estate matters where trust arrangements are involved or unclear.
Our team performs thorough international bankruptcy checks to confirm whether heirs are financially eligible to inherit. This service protects personal representatives from liability and ensures transparent distribution.
We uncover known and hidden assets in the UK and abroad, including bank accounts, property, pensions, and shares. Our comprehensive search helps maximise estate value and ensures all entitlements are accounted for.
We manage the placement of Section 27 notices and offer advice on missing beneficiary indemnity insurance. These services protect personal representatives from future claims and ensure estates are settled with legal safeguards in place.
We expertly trace missing heirs to ensure estates are distributed correctly and legally. Using specialist tools and a global research network, we locate entitled beneficiaries, even in the most complex cases of intestacy or partial information.
hen an estate lacks an executor or will, we help identify and appoint an appropriate administrator. This service ensures smooth probate proceedings and legal compliance, particularly in cases of intestacy or contested estates.
We offer full support for executry (Scottish probate) matters, including heir tracing, family tree reconstruction, and asset verification. Our Scotland-based specialists ensure all work is compliant with Scots law and local court procedures.
Our international research team locates and recovers foreign-held assets, including property, bank accounts, and investments. We ensure overseas estates are thoroughly investigated and assets are repatriated efficiently and legally.
We conduct comprehensive will searches through official registries, law firms, and private archives to confirm whether a valid will exists. This reduces the risk of misadministration and helps resolve estate matters with confidence.
If vital documents such as birth, death, marriage, or probate records are missing, our team can locate and retrieve certified copies. This service supports accurate estate administration and reduces delays in probate processing.
We produce and verify family trees to establish rightful heirs, particularly in cases of intestacy. Our findings are supported by official documentation and are accepted by legal professionals and the courts.
Our researchers assist deputies, solicitors, and public bodies in identifying next of kin and establishing family links for vulnerable individuals under Court of Protection. This service supports responsible decision-making and legal compliance.
We trace and verify current or historical trustees for estates, trusts, or charitable entities. This ensures legal representatives can proceed with estate matters where trust arrangements are involved or unclear.
Our team performs thorough international bankruptcy checks to confirm whether heirs are financially eligible to inherit. This service protects personal representatives from liability and ensures transparent distribution.
We uncover known and hidden assets in the UK and abroad, including bank accounts, property, pensions, and shares. Our comprehensive search helps maximise estate value and ensures all entitlements are accounted for.
We manage the placement of Section 27 notices and offer advice on missing beneficiary indemnity insurance. These services protect personal representatives from future claims and ensure estates are settled with legal safeguards in place.
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Our team is here to help with any questions about tracing heirs, locating missing beneficiaries, or managing complex estate matters. Get in touch for expert support and guidance.
Heir Tracing & Beneficiary Research
We help locate missing heirs and verify family connections to ensure correct estate distribution.
Estate Administration Support
Providing research and documentation to assist solicitors, councils, and executors with probate cases.
Property & Asset Investigations
We trace property ownership, manage unclaimed assets, and resolve estate-related property issues.
Document Retrieval & Verification
Sourcing essential records such as wills, birth, marriage, and death certificates for probate cases.