Probate & Letters of Administration

A grant of probate is issued to the executor/s named in the will, whereas a grant of letters of administration is issued to the next-of-kin of someone who died without a will. Often, executors and administrators act without a solicitor. However, if the estate is complicated, it is best for you to get legal advice, if for example:

1. The terms of a will are not clear

2. Part of the estate is to pass to children under the age of 18

3. The person who died has left money or property in a trust

4. The person who died owned land or property abroad

5. The person who died owned a business

6. Anyone is likely to dispute the will.

Our lawyers can help with the application as well as performing searches for the deceased’s assets, where legal fees can be paid for from the estate. Entrust your case to any of our highly experienced lawyers to assist you with this process.