Register a Death in Congleton

If you or someone you know has suffered the loss of a loved one and you need to register a death here in Congleton then we can help.

Our highly experienced solicitors are trained to deal with the legal side of a person's death, their estate and other financial matters.

If you live in Congleton or elsewhere in the country our probate lawyers will advise you on the next steps to take in those very early days when a loved one has passed away.

With a sympathetic team of specialist solicitors our good local knowledge of the Cheshire area means we can point you in the right direction for local services like the register office where the death should be registered within 5 days. 

The person with legal responsibility of registering the death is usually a relative of the deceased, another person who was present at the time of death, the person who will be arranging the funeral (not the Funeral Director) or even the occupier of the premises where the death occurred.

A death must be registered in the District Register Office where it took place, if this was Congleton you should contact Cheshire East Council on 0300 123 5019 to make an appointment.  The meeting with the registrar will take approximately 30 minutes.

Once the death has been registered and you are in receipt of the official 'Death Certificate' we will support you though the process of Probate and ensure that you're loved ones assets are taken care of in accordance with their wishes.

If you need support during this difficult time, please call our confidential experts on 01625 522429, or email us at info@richardsonlaw.org.uk.

Richardson Law Solicitors

Registering a Death in Congleton

Tel: 01625 522429