Contacting a solicitor

It is advisable to contact the family solicitor as soon as possible after a death, to check whether the deceased has drawn up a will, and whether the will stipulates any preferences for funeral arrangements. In addition, the solicitor can advise you about legal obligations, such as the registration of death, as well as other matters that may need to be attended to.

Broadly speaking, solicitors (like funeral directors) can play an invaluable role in making things run smoothly by knowing their part in the process, and directing you to the next stage.