Deceased Estates

Handling a deceased estate requires careful legal, financial and practical management, often at a difficult time for families. We provide clear advice and hands‑on support to executors, administrators and beneficiaries from obtaining a grant through to final distribution of assets.

• Probate and letters of administration - We help you obtain the appropriate grant from the Court, whether there is a valid will (probate) or no valid will (letters of administration). This includes advising on which type of grant is required, preparing the application and supporting documents, and guiding you through the process until the grant is issued.​

• Applications for limited grants - In some situations, a limited grant is required, often on an urgent or interim basis. We advise on when a limited grant is appropriate, prepare the application and help you understand the scope and limits of your authority under that grant.​

• Executor duties and estate administration - Executors and administrators have important duties and obligations, including collecting assets, paying debts and distributing the estate in accordance with the will or intestacy laws. We guide you through each step of the administration process, from identifying and realising assets to preparing distributions and estate accounts, for estates ranging from modest to high‑net‑worth, including those with trusts and self‑managed superannuation funds.​

• Trust administration - Where a will or estate involves trusts, trustees must understand and comply with their obligations. We advise trustees on managing and distributing trust assets, exercising discretions, and keeping appropriate records, helping to reduce the risk of disputes and ensure beneficiaries are treated fairly.