Alternatives to Paying a Solicitor for Scottish Confirmation
Scottish solicitors charge £3,000–£4,500 for Confirmation work most executors can handle themselves. Here are the realistic alternatives and when each one works.
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Bank of Scotland and RBS Bereavement: How to Notify Banks After a Death in Scotland
How to contact Bank of Scotland and RBS bereavement teams after a death, what limits apply before Confirmation is needed, and what documents banks require.
Best Scotland Confirmation Guide for Estates Over £36,000
Estates above Scotland's small estate threshold can't use the free Sheriff Clerk service. Here's what to look for in a Confirmation guide for larger estates.
Certificate of Confirmation Scotland: What It Is and How Many Copies You Need
What the Certificate of Confirmation is in Scotland, how it differs from the grant itself, how many copies to order, and what banks and institutions require it for.
Excepted Estate Scotland: What the 2022 HMRC Rule Changes Mean for Executors
What counts as an excepted estate in Scotland, how the January 2022 rule changes affect Form C1, and when you no longer need to submit a full IHT return.
Form C1 Scotland: How to Complete the Confirmation Inventory
Step-by-step guide to Form C1 in Scotland — what each section requires, common mistakes that cause Sheriff Court rejection, and the 2022 rule changes.
How to Apply for Confirmation in Scotland Without a Solicitor
A clear overview of the DIY route to Scotland's Grant of Confirmation — what you need, what the Sheriff Court expects, and where most self-represented executors fail.
Scotland Inheritance Law: Who Inherits and How the System Works
How Scotland's inheritance law works — Prior Rights, Legal Rights, and the Free Estate explained clearly for executors, spouses, and adult children.
Scotland Confirmation Guide vs Hiring a Solicitor — Which Route Is Right?
Choosing between a DIY probate guide and a Scottish solicitor for Confirmation? Here's a direct comparison of cost, time, risk, and when each option makes sense.