Probate and Letters of Administration

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.

As executor, the process of making an application for a grant of probate can be daunting. It often pays to get professional assistance in preparing the application, which will often result in eliminating delays in administering the estate.

At Eastwood Law, we are experienced in making applications for probate, in particular where there may exist a problem with the will.

We can also provide guidance for any executor or administrator as to the next steps in administering an estate.

We can assist with:

• Obtaining a grant of probate
• Obtaining a grant of letters of administration
• Probate Registry requisitions
• Obtaining a re-sealing of a foreign grant