First Of Its Kind – UK Probate Research Awards Set For 7 February 2019
- Supported by National Association of Paralegals (NALP) and Aviva Legal Indemnities
- Endorsed by the Association of Professional Probate Researchers (IAPPR)
- Presented by BBC personality, Nikki Bedi
- Age UK benefits from Awards silent auction proceeds
- Nominations close 20 January 2019
A world first, The UK Probate Research Awards will celebrate the achievements and examples of excellence across forensic genealogy, with the inaugural event taking place on 7 February 2019 at The Mermaid, Puddle Dock, London.
The Awards, supported by Aviva Legal Indemnities and the National Association of Licenced Paralegals (NALP), have been created in recognition that probate research has emerged as a profession, which provides a constant stream of good news stories while providing an invaluable public service. Welcome windfalls and reunification of families are regular events, while instrumental research and essential services support the legal world.
Directors from the International Association of Professional Probate Researchers and Genealogists (IAPPR) commented: “Recognising the work of individuals who serve in this fascinating industry, both locally and abroad, is long overdue not least due to the invaluable support it provides to Government agencies and the legal industry, but also to families around the world.”
Amanda Hamilton, chief executive of NALP, commented: “The UK Probate Research Awards is instrumental in attracting and promoting probate genealogy as a rich and rewarding career path for paralegals, so we are delighted to promote an initiative raising the profile of the industry.”
The Awards, to be presented by Nikki Bedi, writer and presenter of the Arts Hour on BBC World Service, in addition to regular on BBC 4’s Loose Ends, Woman’s Hour and BBC London, has been organised by Meerkat PR – the public relations firm specialising in national press exposure to companies around the UK.
Meerkat PR’s director, David Stoch, commented: “Stories from the world of probate genealogy have gained increasing public interest as the industry has upped its profile, not least through the national press but also recent TV docudramas. Therefore, we’ll be celebrating the strides taken to raise the industry out of the dark ages of fringe legal support services to what it’s really about – families, history and dying wishes being fulfilled.”
Age UK, the UK’s largest charity supporting older people, are to benefit from the proceeds of a silent auction on the Awards night.
Nominations for entries close on 20 January 2019.
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Probate research: inaugural awards
The inaugural UK Probate Research Awards are to be held on 7 February 2019 at The Mermaid, Puddle Dock, London. They will recognise the work that probate researchers do in tracking down long-lost friends and family members in the UK and abroad where an inheritance is due. Amanda Hamilton, chief executive of the National Association of Licenced Paralegals(NALP), one of the awards’ sponsors, described the awards as ‘instrumental in attracting and promoting probate genealogy as a rich and rewarding career path for paralegals’.
This article has been first published in newlawjournal.
UK Probate Research Awards - Supported by NALP
We are thrilled to be supporting the UK Probate Research Awards in February 2019, celebrating the achievements and expertise of forensic genealogists and probate research professionals.
Probate Research traces missing beneficiaries and identifies and locates heirs to estates, properties and assets worldwide. Probate Research provides a constant stream of fantastic stories, reconnecting families and finding missing heirs, whilst providing invaluable research and essential services to the legal world.
The UK Probate Research Awards is an excellent opportunity to celebrate the outstanding individuals and firms working within Probate Research, it’s an opportunity to share the stories and recognise the great work Probate Researcher do for the legal sector.
Categories
There are 14 Award Categories, including the best Probate Research Paralegal, presented by NALPs CEO Amanda Hamilton.
Best Probate Law Firm 2019
Recognising the best support provided to probate researchers by a law firm. There are five awards for this category.
- UK (Scotland)
- UK (North)
- UK (Central)
- UK (South)
- UK (London)
Best International Probate Researcher of the Year 2019
Recognising an individual’s skill at their job
Best Property Clearance Firm 2019
Awarded to a firm who can demonstrate compliance and excellence in this essential area of work
Best Probate Research Paralegal 2019
This Award is presented to an individual whose professional skills as a probate researcher and a licensed paralegal are recognised as exemplary.
Award Presented by Amanda Hamilton, CEO of NALP
Best Private Deputyship Firm 2019
Private Deputyship firms perform a vital role in safeguarding the affairs of vulnerable clients. This award honours an outstanding provider in this trusted and sensitive area of work.
Best Human Interest Story 2019
Some stories uncovered by probate researchers touch people on an emotional level. It’s not about financial benefit, but about real-life stories and unexpected outcomes that are truly unique.
Award presented by David Stoch of Meerkat PR
Best Community Contribution 2019
Recognising an individual/organisation that has made a considerable and special contribution to the community.
Best Probate Research Insurance Provider 2019
Insurance companies cover risks against claims on estates. These risks are only accepted after an approved probate research firm has finalised their report. This award goes to the insurance company who provides the most efficient and effective cover in this specialised field.
Outstanding Achievement in International Probate Research 2019
Recognising an individual’s contribution to the industry.
Best UK Probate Research Firm 2019
Quite simply, this award goes to the firm who has consistently impressed with its results, standards and quality of service.
Nominate
There is no fee to nominate a firm or individual, this is a great opportunity to recognise the great work of those in the Probate Research world.
It’s simple and quick to nominate, or self nominate. The online form takes just a few moments to fill in, you’ll need to write 30-100 words about why you or they deserve to win!
You do not have to be a probate researcher to nominate a winner.
Last day to submit a Nomination is 20th January 2019.
The judging panel will be made up of sponsors, experts and other legal professionals.
The Awards Ceremony
Hosted at The Mermaid, Puddle Dock, London, EC4V 3DB on 7th February 2019.
The event begins at 6:30pm and finishes at 11:30pm.
The awards ceremony attendance is free for invited attendees.
For all other guests, there will be a fee of £50 per person, including a drinks reception, three course meal and further refreshments.
This article was first published in NALP