Do you need to find the next of kin?

Let us identify and locate them

If an individual has not nominated a next of kin (perhaps when entering hospital), do you know who that person might be?

It is commonly understood to be the individual most closely related to the person in question.  However, that necessarily means that more than one relative may have an equal claim to be the next of kin.  For example, the brother and sister of a deceased person are clearly equally closely related.  And if the deceased were an only child they may well have several cousins, all of whom have an equal claim to be the closest blood relative.

Kindred UK can identify the relevant relatives and locate them on your behalf.  If we fail to locate anyone, we do not charge.  And if you need to liaise with an individual quickly, perhaps to deal with arrangements for an imminent funeral, then please specify this when you call.  We will do our utmost to ensure you are put in contact with the right person in a timely manner.

Why choose Kindred UK Probate Research Ltd?

Established in Newcastle upon Tyne in 1998 and incorporated in 2014, Kindred UK has accumulated decades of experience in probate genealogy. Our work began at a time when genealogical research depended far more heavily on physical records and manual investigation, and we have continued to develop our methods as increasingly sophisticated digital resources have become available. 

The person working on your task will be an experienced, well-motivated and capable probate genealogist.  And when you ring, your call will not be answered by a frosty receptionist demanding a reference number.  You will be straight through to the person working on your behalf.

Kindred UK has a growing client base of solicitors who return to us for their probate genealogy needs on a regular basis, either to locate a particular missing heir, next of kin or to provide a complete solution to an intestacy.

Kindred UK Probate Research Ltd holds professional indemnity insurance.

We also adhere to the following code of conduct, reflecting our commitment to professional standards and ethical research:  Code of Conduct.