Probate & Deceased Estates
“Suffer any wrong that can be done you rather than come here!”
Charles Dickens - On the Court of Chancery
Legal obligations following a person’s death can be confusing and complicated. A lawyer’s assistance helps makes this time easier for Executors and family members.
Administering an Estate
Following the death of a person it may be necessary to do one or more of the following:
1. Apply for a Grant of Probate or Letters of Administration
2. Transfer Real Estate and other property
3. Make an application under the Family Provision Act
4. Establish trusts for minors
If you are appointed an Executor, or are a family member with the responsibility for the administration of an Estate our experienced lawyers can help you.
Challenges to Wills
You should speak our lawyers if: