Tracing Beneficiaries: Legal Duties of Executors

Executors and solicitors have a legal duty to make reasonable efforts to trace all beneficiaries before distributing an estate. Failure to do so can result in:

• Delays to probate and estate administration.
• Legal claims against executors for negligence.
• Disputes between family members.

Panthera Investigations provides professional beneficiary tracing by:

• Locating missing heirs named in wills or entitled under intestacy law.
• Confirming family links and entitlement with documented verification.
• Providing court-ready reports to demonstrate due diligence.

Executors who distribute estates without tracing heirs risk personal liability. Using a professional service ensures compliance, protects against claims, and gives peace of mind that every heir has been accounted for.