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Information and guidance for execution of deeds.
Tips and video on how to avoid requisitions about the execution of deeds and powers of attorney.
Advice on the execution of deeds that are to be submitted to HM Land Registry (practice guide 8).
Appoint a public official to act as executor of your estate if no one else can do it - the Public Trustee, Official Solicitor, fees, contact
If you already have the right or have probate (as an executor or administrator) you can start dealing with the estate. You may need to apply for the right to deal with the estate of the person who's died (also...
Information on the Taking Control of Goods Act and other remedies available to creditors.
Form PF205: Evidence in support of application for permission to execute for costs of previous attempts to enforce judgment (s.15(3) and (4) of the Courts and Legal Services Act 1990).
Form CH16: Order nominating person to execute sale.
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