Will Searches
If you are dealing with an intestacy but need to check for a Will, or you hold a Will and are unsure if a more recent Will was made, our Missing Will Service can help.
Finders International understand the importance of finding a missing Will promptly and we offer a unique, comprehensive and cost-effective Will search service to ensure you are in possession of the latest Will.
The service includes:
- Writing to all solicitors local to the deceased and/or in any other specific area(s) as requested in your instructions.
- Checking with the deceased’s bank(s), building societies & accountants.
- Checking the depository of the principal registry of the family division.
- Contacting the Will writer members of the IPW and SWW.
- Contacting other professional bodies as necessary or as requested.
- Searching any relevant additional databases, including online will registration services, such as Certainty National Will Register.
Next Steps :
How to search for a will
Costs & delivery times
Online Order
How to search for a will
Firstly, we recommend that you:
- Check the deceased’s personal belongings.
- Ask any known friends, relatives or neighbours of the deceased.
Having done the above, you can now instruct us to trace a Will.
Expertise: Our team consists of skilled investigators who are well-versed in the intricacies of locating missing wills. We utilise our years of experience and extensive databases to maximise our chances of success.
Efficiency: Time is often of the essence when it comes to settling estates. We work diligently to locate missing wills promptly, ensuring a smoother and faster probate process.
Cost-Effective: Our services are competitively priced, and we offer flexible payment options to accommodate your budget.
Will search costs & delivery
- Advance payment of the service charge is requested – please send a cheque for the service, payable to ‘Finders’ or contact is for BACS transfer information. If this is not possible, please contact us to discuss terms before placing an order.
- Our Missing Will Service is free of charge if we are also asked by you to find missing or unknown heirs on a contingency fee basis.
- Timescale – Our research takes approx. 30 days to complete.
On completion of the Missing Will Service, we can apply for an Aviva insurance policy to cover against the possibility of a will being found after distribution. Missing Will Insurance will add to this protection and give you peace of mind.
This provides cover against the possible later discovery of a will which changes the estate distribution, without the need for repayment of inheritance(s) or bequests that have already taken place.
For further information on how to look up for a will, please contact;
Andrew Ritson
Legal Support Services Manager
Phone: 020 7490 4935
Email: [email protected]
Online Instruction
Please call 0800 085 8796 (UK only) or +44 20 7490 4935 or complete one of the forms below to instruct us to trace a Will. The service charge of £349 + VAT must be paid in advance by cheque (payable to ‘Finders’) or you can contact us for BACS transfer information or to pay by phone by credit or debit card.
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