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Probate & Estate Administration

The loss of a loved one is always difficult.

The administration of a deceased estate can raise complex legal issues at a time when you are struggling to cope emotionally.

We can help you by shouldering the burden of administering the estate, so that you can concentrate on what is really important.

Grants of probate and letters of administration

We can help you by applying to the Supreme Court of Queensland for a grant of probate or letters of administration, which is often required before the administration of an estate can be completed

For more information on how we can assist you with applying for a grant of probate or letters of administration, click here.

Administration of deceased estates

We can also help you attend to the administration of a deceased estate, including:

• collection of estate assets and payment of estate liabilities;
• liaising with government departments and other entities to finalise the deceased person’s affairs; and
• distributions to beneficiaries.

We can also assist you provide you with detailed and timely advice about the role, duties and powers of executors and administrators of estates, and the rights of beneficiaries.

For greater detail on the types of issues that may be involved in the administration of an estate, click here.