Next of kin (2902)

What is this notice?

A notice to unnamed and as yet unfound beneficiaries that they may have a claim on an estate and to contact the named solicitor. The procedure around this is not codified in legislation; instead, the Civil Procedure Rules Practice Direction Supplement Part 64A - Estates, Trusts and Charities (S.1A.6 (a)). 

What legislation does it relate to?

Civil Procedure Rules Practice Direction Supplement Part 64A - Estates, Trusts and Charities (S.1A.6 (a))

Who places this notice?

  • solicitors
  • local authorities

Where can I find these notices?

Notice 2902

Further information

www.justice.gov.uk/courts/procedure-rules/civil/rules/part64/pd_part64a#1A.1