Grant of Probate

Where a valid Will exists, we assist executors with preparing and lodging an application for a Grant of Probate with the Supreme Court of New South Wales.

Letters of Administration

If there is no valid Will, we can assist eligible family members with applying for Letters of Administration to manage the estate.

Estate Assets & Liabilities

We assist with identifying estate assets, confirming financial interests, managing creditor claims and dealing with outstanding debts and expenses.

Property Transfers & Sales

Where an estate includes property, we can assist with transferring property to beneficiaries or managing its sale as part of the estate administration.

Distribution to Beneficiaries

We assist with the appropriate distribution of estate assets to beneficiaries in accordance with the Will or applicable intestacy rules.

Executor & Estate Administration Advice

We provide practical guidance to executors and administrators on their legal responsibilities and can assist with complex issues that arise during the administration of an estate.

Initial review

We review the Will, death certificate, estate circumstances and identify the executor or person entitled to administer the estate.

Identify assets

Estate assets, liabilities and financial interests are identified and appropriate valuations or account information obtained.

Court application

Where required, an application is prepared for Probate or Letters of Administration through the Supreme Court.

Administer & distribute

Once authority is obtained, assets can be collected, liabilities paid and the remaining estate distributed to the beneficiaries.