Intestate Estate Inheritance Limit Increased

How much can I inherit if my spouse or civil partner dies intestate?

The Administration of Estates Act 1925 (Fixed Net Sum) Order 2020 will come into force from 6 February 2020 and will raise the limit that spouses and civil partners with children can inherit from intestate estates. An intestate estate is one where the person did not make a Will and therefore did not indicate how they would like their estate to be distributed. The limit was previously £250,000 and will be increased to £270,000.

Although this increase will benefit many of those who have lost a spouse or civil partner who did not make a Will, it is sensible to make a Will to ensure that your loved ones benefit. It also makes dealing with your estate easier and ensures that your executors can carry out your wishes.

If you would like any further information or advice in relation to making a Will, our specialist Private Client lawyers are happy to help. Our lawyers have offices based in Wolverhampton and Cradley Heath and provide assistance to clients across the West Midlands including: Stourbridge, Kidderminster, Birmingham, Dudley and Walsall.

For all new enquiries, please call 01384 410410 to speak to a member of our Private Client team or alternatively you can complete our online enquiry form and a member of our team will respond.