Experts in probate research
Flexible, reliable support
Discretion at every step
National reach
Sherwood Taylor is a London-based probate research firm which provides genealogy research, beneficiary tracing and probate support services to solicitors, law firms and other professional clients across the UK. As a trusted provider to the legal sector, our services are designed to assist law firms throughout the estate administration process.
Whether it’s a tricky intestacy or an elusive missing beneficiary, we are your specialist genealogy partner, helping to resolve and close your files.
We were founded in 2026 by probate genealogist Riyad Rahmoune as a boutique specialized alternative to our larger competitors. Too often we felt that clients were being left behind and that a more personalized, relationship-focused approach was needed.
When you send an enquiry to us, we respond quickly, allocating a Case Manager to you who will oversee the entire process from start to finish. Direct access means that your own clients are never left waiting for an update.
Our promise to you is simple: Sherwood Taylor offers a reliable, dependable partner you can trust to complete the work to the highest standards.
A clear, dependable process from enquiry to completion.
When making a new enquiry, please provide as much information as possible. Depending on the nature of the enquiry, this usually includes:
Once we have received your enquiry, we will conduct an initial free assessment of the case requirements. This allows us to gauge the extent of the research required, how complex the work is likely to be, and whether there are any international components to consider.
These factors will inform the quote we provide.
Every matter is unique.
We take the time to understand your needs and tailor our approach accordingly.
With our assessment complete, we will provide you with a quote for undertaking the work. An estimated timescale for completion will be provided at the outset, and once we receive instruction, regular updates will be delivered at agreed intervals, or upon request.
Once our work is complete, we will provide you with the following:
From our London base, we assist solicitors and law firms across the UK, helping you administer estates efficiently and with confidence.
Assisting law firms nationwide
Accurate, timely and thorough
Working alongside you every step of the way
