Charges & matters we handle
- Application for a Certificate of Appointment of Estate Trustee (probate)
- Administration where there is no will (intestacy)
- Estate accounting and distribution
- Duties and protection of estate trustees
- Estate Administration Tax
What's involved
Where probate is required, the estate trustee applies to the court for a Certificate of Appointment confirming their authority. The trustee then gathers the assets, pays valid debts and taxes — including the Estate Administration Tax — and distributes the estate according to the will or, if there is none, the rules of intestacy.
How we help
We help determine whether probate is required, prepare the application, and guide the trustee through their duties so that distributions are made correctly and the risk of personal liability is reduced.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need probate?
Not every estate requires probate. Whether it is needed often depends on the assets involved and what institutions holding them require. We can help you determine whether an application is necessary.
How long does estate administration take?
It varies widely with the size and complexity of the estate, whether probate is required, and whether there are disputes. We help keep the process organized and moving.
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