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Is it possible to exclude a sibling from probate at their own request?

dean1234 · 2019-01-30 12:31:46

Hi, Probably an odd question, but my father recently passed away without leaving a will. There are 4 surviving children (myself, 2 sisters and a brother). I am currently applying for probate, but my eldest sister has said she doesn't wish to receive any portion of my Dad's estate (she's married to a wealthy banker so…

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BobQ Posts: 11,181 Forumite

2 February 2019 at 7:33PM

Tom99 wrote: »

You have to declare how many children the deceased had (4) but not their names, there is no need for them to send letters it may only delay and confuse the application.

I did not say they needed to be named just declared. The authorities need to know if there are others who are entitled to apply. Saying there are 3 siblings declares this.

I agree it is not necessary to include letters, but the OP was concerned that he should. It does no harm if done correctly..

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