Freedom of information response
Probate Research
Publication date:
Thursday 30 May 2024
Request:
1. Have you used a Probate Researcher or Probate Research Firm (commonly known as 'heir hunters') in any capacity in the last 12 months?
Do you have a formal arrangement or contract in place with a Probate Research firm?
Have you ever used a Probate Researcher or Probate Research Firm (commonly known as 'heir hunters') in any capacity? This includes but is not limited to engaging their services to trace potential heirs or beneficiaries of deceased estates.
Response:
Thurrock Council do not use these services as Wills and Probate is not an area of law we practice.
We do use a genealogy company when searching for NOK for a Public Health Burial. We do not have a contract in place and the service is provided for free.
Request reference:
FOI 13851