SPONSORS
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the visionary sponsors who play a pivotal role in making these awards a resounding success. Their support not only elevates the event but also demonstrates a shared commitment to excellence in the probate industry. Discover the esteemed organisations and businesses that align with our mission to recognise and celebrate outstanding contributions in the industry.
HEADLINE SPONSOR
Probate.Auction is the UK’s first Auction House dedicated to selling Probate Properties.
We believe that this exclusive service offers Estates and Beneficiaries the speed and certainty of selling at auction, as well as the transparency in knowing that all of our property sales are for the benefit of the Estate.
By creating the go to Auction House for Probate Property, we are able to attract more buyers and investors looking for property that has not previously been on the market. Essentially creating the perfect market place for both sellers and buyers of Probate Property.
DRINKS RECEPTION SPONSOR
IMMERSIVE DESSERTS STATION SPONSOR
BALLROOM DINNER SPONSOR
Premier Solicitors is a leading full-service Law Firm, specialising in Probate and Estate Administration Services.
The probate/PCD team is overseen by 6 Directors with a combined PQE of 100+ years and, together, they oversee and manage a team of 50+ colleagues from c. 140 overall at PS.
Premier Solicitors are one of the UK’s leading & 2nd largest probate provider by volume; successfully working in partnership with close to 1,000 Will Writers, Estate Planners, Financial Advisory firms / Advisors, Funeral Directors & Accountants nationally, and applying for thousands of Grants per annum. Alongside this, we’re also the trusted outsource partner of many Solicitors / Law firms, and non-regulated Probate providers.
AWARD CATEGORY SPONSORS
LEAP Estates occupies a unique position in the legal software market, providing specialist software for probate solicitors and estate planners. Providing an end-to-end digital solution with powerful features and functionality, the innovative solution provides everything you need to manage your client’s wills, LPAs and estates efficiently, including case management, accounting, document assembly and management, will building and legal publishing assets in one integrated cloud solution.
Since 1997, The Estates Agent has been involved in probate property, maintained a UK-wide team of over 50 trained staff, reached remote locations, navigated unusual situations successfully, provided in-house funding for property services, and executed quick and efficient transactions without traditional estate agent practices, offering online sales, auctions, or access to fast cash buyers. Additionally, they are the exclusive property sales and management partner to Finders International, as featured on BBC1’s Heir Hunters, granting them unparalleled insight into unclaimed and probate property matters.
Harrisons Probate Solutions Group are award-winning Probate specialists, who offer a unique full-service solution approach to probate reducing time and cost to deceased estates by offering support throughout all areas of the estate administration process.
Our nationwide teams assist Executors, Solicitors, Lawyers, Trust and Estate Administration Companies, the public sector, private client legal departments, and unclaimed asset departments worldwide as well as locating unknown owners of empty homes and property and assisting Court of Protection specialists across the country with their research and property needs.
Provira provides innovative bridge financing solutions to the beneficiaries and executors of estates.
Pricing is clear and transparent, with a quick and efficient application process.
Estate Advance is available to executors and personal representatives to assist with funding the costs associated with administering an estate, including IHT, solicitor’s fees and disbursements.
Inheritance Advance allows beneficiaries of an estate to access up to 50% of the money that they are due to receive far earlier than the 9-12 months that the Probate process can typically take.
Provira is fully FCA approved and regulated and is the largest, longest established lender specialising in probate funding.
For further information please visit https://provira.com/.
Finders International identifies and traces heirs to estates, property, and assets worldwide. We have won multiple awards, obtained multiple qualifications & certifications, and employ more legally qualified staff than any other UK firm, putting professionalism at the forefront of everything we do. We serve the public sector, private client legal departments, solicitors, lawyers, trust and estate administration companies and unclaimed asset departments worldwide.
Established in 2015, Property Solutions Group is a specialist property company serving law firms across the UK involved with Probate and Court of protection matters. We are dedicated to protecting, maintaining, and marketing properties to maximize value for estates, often increasing it, while saving costs and freeing up valuable fee-earning time for our clients.
Our innovative Market-First Deferred Payment Facility allows costs to be deferred until the property is sold, providing flexibility and financial ease for clients managing estates. This solution coupled with our Fee-Free Property Sales ensures clients receive the maximum value for their property without incurring upfront sales fees, offering an efficient and transparent process.
Our services are designed to address any property-related matters—whether they are challenges you’ve faced before or ones you may encounter in the future. With a single call or email, our experienced team takes over, ensuring your concerns are efficiently managed.
For our clients, we are more than a service provider—we’re an extension of their team, committed to delivering exceptional solutions that meet the needs of their clients and beneficiaries.
At Pro-Gen Research, we provide a comprehensive range of probate services designed to meet the needs of legal professionals, executors and deputies. Our expertise ensures accuracy, efficiency and peace of mind in handling complex cases.
MEDIA SPONSOR
New Law Journal, the flagship weekly legal magazine, keeps you up to date with news and change across case law and legislation, as well as changes in procedure across core civil practice areas. Key developments are presented in a digestible format, together with analysis of their implications and practical advice for busy practitioners.
DIGITAL SPONSORS
Just Clear is the UK’s most trusted* probate clearance service provider, built on a foundation of trust, transparency, and sustainability. We are proud to be the largest clearance specialist in the UK, with a mission to achieve NET ZERO through carbon-efficient operations and eco-conscious practices. At Just Clear, we go beyond clearance, focusing on creating a positive impact for our clients, communities, and the planet.
The Estate Registry leads the industry with innovative digital solutions designed to streamline every aspect of estate administration. Our pioneering technologies not only revolutionize the management of pre- and post-probate challenges but also redefine the standard for efficiency and convenience. With a steadfast commitment to excellence, our comprehensive suite of services caters to the diverse needs of consumers and professionals, providing unparalleled support at every stage of the process. We empower our clients with cutting-edge tools, whether it’s navigating the complexities of estate management or facilitating the final settlement.
Explore the future of estate administration with us estate-registry.co.uk/
INTERESTED IN SPONSORSHIP?
As our awards ceremony grows bigger and better, so has our sponsorship offering. Sponsorship of the 2024 awards ceremony is an excellent opportunity to get your brand out there and networking with a vast variety of individuals encapsulated within the Probate and Private Client industry.
If you are interested in being involved in the 2025 awards or want to learn more about what we have to offer, please see the Sponsorship Pack or contact the Probies team.
Alternatively, if you are ready to confirm your involvement, please fill out the Sponsorship Booking Form 👉 H E R E 👈 to reserve the package/category you are interested in.
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HEADLINE SPONSOR
Hyjan is part of The Hyjan Group, a group of companies focused on data and research in the probate and empty homes arena. Hyjan puts data at the forefront of its business, building, maintaining and manipulating this data to carve a niche in the property industry. By specialising in this sector, Hyjan has been able to acquire over 100 properties in 2022/23, assist hundreds of families unlock complex and complicates estates of which we are in no doubt, that without Hyjan’s assistance, some of these urgently needed homes would still be sitting empty for many years to come.
AWARD CATEGORY SPONSORS
The Society of Will Writers was founded in 1994 and has grown to become not only the largest but also the leading self-regulatory body governing Will Writers and Estate Planners alike with over 1,700 members across the UK, Central Europe and further afield in places such as Asia and Africa.
The Society has set itself two main tasks…
1: To promote to the public at large the real need and sense in having a valid Will;
2: To act as a self-regulatory body by vetting practitioners through stringent membership requirements, proficiency standards and ongoing training.
Culver Law Ltd is a niche law firm specialising in Court of Protection services for vulnerable people, tax planning services and Wills, trusts and estate administration. At Culver Law, we aim to work to protect and safeguard our clients future, be that through our tax planning services, our disaster planning services including Wills and powers of attorney, our estate administration and trust services or our Court of Protection service.
Finders International identifies and traces heirs to estates, property, and assets worldwide. We have won multiple awards, obtained multiple qualifications & certifications, and employ more legally qualified staff than any other UK firm, putting professionalism at the forefront of everything we do. We serve the public sector, private client legal departments, solicitors, lawyers, trust and estate administration companies and unclaimed asset departments worldwide.
Tower Street Finance is an FCA regulated provider of innovative products for the probate lending sector. We help both customers and practitioners who need financial solutions when they’re going through the probate process. We have an excellent Trustpilot rating and a five-star Defaqto rating for short-term probate loans.
NALP is the foremost Professional Paralegal Membership body in the UK having been established in 1987. It is also the only paralegal body that has gained Ofqual qualifications awarding body status for paralegal qualifications which are recognised nationally and internationally.
The International Association of Professional Probate Researchers, Genealogists & Heir Hunters (IAPPR) is an association for highly experienced professional companies that provides reassurance for those using their services and a forum for industry advice and media consultation. We educate, inform, regulate and advise professionals and the public seeking an experienced, ethical and reliable opinion.
DS Researchers is a trusted and experienced genealogy company specializing in probate research. Established in 1995, our dedicated researchers have a proven track record of finding rightful heirs and distributing assets to their next of kin, both in the UK and internationally. We believe that without our persistence and expertise, hard-earned assets could be seized by the Government or other authorities. Our team of expert genealogists delve into historical records to trace unknown relatives, solving mysteries in family history and ensuring that assets are rightfully claimed. At DS Researchers, we are committed to helping families receive what is rightfully theirs.
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DRINKS RECEPTION SPONSOR
Simplifying and accelerating due diligence in estate administration, Estatesearch’s award-winning platform enables private client practitioners to deliver greater value to their clients whilst ensuring they mitigate against risk. Our range of searches and services, accessed from one, technology-driven and efficient portal, transforms processes for thousands of clients all over the UK. It provides simple and efficient access to our award-winning combined Financial Asset & Liability searches, the Financial Profile Service, Will Searches, Gazette Notices, Local Ads, Unoccupied Property Insurance, Bankruptcy Searches; all in one place and all on one invoice for greater efficiency.