Gales Solicitors

01/10/2026

How long does probate take?

It’s one of the first questions families often have when dealing with an estate, but probate itself is only one part of the process.

As we explain in our latest blog:

“The full administration could continue for 6-months after the grant has been issued.”

After probate is granted, assets may still need to be collected, debts and tax dealt with, and beneficiaries paid.

Read the full blog on our website to understand the probate process, what can cause delays and what happens after the grant is issued.

In this blog, we discuss what probate is, how long it can take, and the factors that affect probate and estate administration. Learn more...

29/09/2026

IMPORTANT NOTICE📍
Due to an area outage, we are currently experiencing issues with our internet and phone lines in our Winton office. We hope to have the issue resolved shortly.

If you are unable to get through please leave a message or email us and we will get back to you as soon as the issues have been resolved.

We apologise for any inconvenience, thank you for your patience

28/09/2026

Wedding planning usually involves venues, guests and celebrations. Reviewing your Will probably isn’t at the top of the list.

But it should be something you consider.

Marriage will usually revoke an existing Will in England and Wales. Without a new valid Will, your estate could instead be dealt with under the rules of intestacy.

This can be particularly important if you have children from a previous relationship, jointly owned property or specific people you want to provide for.

Find out what marriage could mean for your Will in our full blog on our website.

What Happens to Your Will When You Get Married? 9th Sep 2026 What Happens to a Will on Marriage in England and Wales? In England and Wales, marriage usually revokes an existing Will. This is a significant legal change that many people do not realise happens automatically. There is an important exc...

25/09/2026

You owned your home before getting married – but does that mean it will always remain yours?

Not necessarily.

If the property becomes the family home, joint money is used towards the mortgage or improvements are made together, things can become more complicated if the marriage later ends.

A properly prepared prenuptial agreement can help establish what you both intend to happen to property you bring into the marriage.

Read our full blog to learn more about prenups and protecting a house you owned before marriage -

Can a prenup protect a house owned before marriage? Learn how prenuptial agreements work in England and Wales, when property may still be shared on divorce, and how legal advice can help protect your assets.

21/09/2026

Waiting for probate can feel frustrating, particularly when you don’t know what happens next. But how long does it take usually?

There isn’t one fixed timescale. The complexity of the estate, property sales, inheritance tax issues, missing information and disputes can all affect how long estate administration takes.

And receiving the Grant of Probate doesn’t necessarily mean the work is finished – there can still be assets to collect, liabilities to settle and beneficiaries to pay.

Read our full blog, “How Long Does Probate Take in the UK?” to understand the different stages and what can cause delays.

In this blog, we discuss what probate is, how long it can take, and the factors that affect probate and estate administration. Learn more...

19/09/2026

Getting Married? Don’t forget about your Will.

Marriage changes more than your relationship status – it can also have an important effect on your estate planning.

In England and Wales, marriage usually revokes an existing Will.

Read our full blog to understand what happens to your Will when you get married, and the steps you can take to protect your wishes.

What Happens to Your Will When You Get Married? 9th Sep 2026 What Happens to a Will on Marriage in England and Wales? In England and Wales, marriage usually revokes an existing Will. This is a significant legal change that many people do not realise happens automatically. There is an important exc...

15/09/2026

A house that starts as one person’s property may not always stay completely separate…

Our latest prenup blog explains:

“How the house is owned can become important if the property is used as the family home during the marriage.”

Joint mortgage payments, improvements paid for together and the way a property is treated during a marriage can all become relevant if a couple later divorces.

A carefully prepared prenup can provide greater clarity from the outset.

Read the full article on our website to learn more:

Can a prenup protect a house owned before marriage? Learn how prenuptial agreements work in England and Wales, when property may still be shared on divorce, and how legal advice can help protect your assets.

07/09/2026

IMPORTANT NOTICE📍

All our offices will be closed on Tuesday 08.09.2026 from 9:00am – 2:30pm due to staff annual training.

We will reopen at 2:30pm.

Thank you for your understanding and we apologise for any inconvenience caused.

05/08/2026

School holidays can be tricky for separated parents, especially when plans around childcare, travel and handovers are not clear.

Agreeing arrangements early can help reduce stress and give children stability during the summer break.

If you are struggling to agree holiday plans, Gales Solicitors can provide clear, supportive advice on child arrangements.

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📞 Contact us to arrange an appointment.

02/08/2026

Buying a home together but not married?

It is important to understand how the property will be owned, what happens if one person contributes more, and what should happen if the relationship ends.

A cohabitation agreement can help set out practical arrangements from the start, including:

✔️ Who owns what share of the property
✔️ How bills and mortgage payments are handled
✔️ What happens if one person wants to sell
✔️ How financial contributions are treated
✔️ What happens if the relationship breaks down

Clear advice now can help avoid uncertainty later.

Speak to Gales Solicitors for practical family and property-related legal advice.