When a will maker dies, the executor generally has a duty to obtain a grant of probate before carrying out the terms of the will. Where a person dies without leaving a will, a grant of letters of administration will be required before the estate can be distributed.

Disputes often arise about the validity of the will or who the administrator should be, in which case professional advice is recommended.

We can assist with:

• advice to executors and administrators
• prooving a will in solemn form
• obtaining a grant of probate
• obtaining a grant of letters of administration
• Probate Registry requisitions
• obtaining a re-sealing of a foreign grant