ESTATE ADMINISTRATION

Estate Administration: Expert Guidance During Difficult Times

The loss of a loved one is an emotional and challenging experience. At Perseverance Law, we are committed to providing compassionate and professional support to help you navigate the complexities of estate administration.

We will ensure that you are informed at every stage of the process, explaining each step in plain English so you can feel confident and supported during this difficult time.

Comprehensive Estate Administration and Litigation Services

We offer a full range of estate administration and litigation services, including:

Making a Family Provision Claim: Assisting eligible individuals to claim a share of the estate if they have been unfairly excluded or inadequately provided for.
Contesting a Will: Providing guidance and representation in disputes over the validity or terms of a will.
Applying for Probate: Helping executors obtain the legal authority to manage and distribute the estate in accordance with the will.
Applying for Letters of Administration: Assisting in cases where there is no valid will, enabling the estate to be administered under the rules of intestacy.
Guidance After a Loved One Passes Away: Offering practical advice and support to help you understand your responsibilities and next steps.

Important Note: Timeframes apply to making claims, so it is essential to seek legal advice promptly.

Estate Administration Services in Queensland

We understand that estate administration can be a detailed and often complex process. Our team is here to guide you through every legal and financial step required to distribute assets in accordance with the deceased’s wishes.

Our services include:

1. Probate and Letters of Administration

We assist with obtaining probate or letters of administration, which are essential legal steps in managing an estate.

2. Asset Identification and Valuation

Our team identifies and values the deceased’s assets, including property, investments, and personal belongings, ensuring a clear understanding of the estate’s value.

3. Debts and Liabilities Management

We ensure all outstanding debts and liabilities are properly addressed before the estate is distributed to beneficiaries.

4. Estate Distribution

We provide clear instructions and oversee the smooth and accurate distribution of assets to beneficiaries, in accordance with the will or the laws of intestacy.

5. Tax Compliance

We collaborate with accountants to manage tax obligations, including income tax and capital gains tax, ensuring the estate complies with Australian tax laws.

6. Executor and Administrator Support

If you have been appointed as an executor or administrator, we offer tailored support to help you fulfil your responsibilities. Whether you need assistance with specific tasks or require end-to-end guidance, we are here to help.

7. Dispute Resolution

In the event of a family dispute or contested will, we provide professional assistance to resolve conflicts and ensure the estate administration proceeds as smoothly as possible.

The administration of a deceased estate can be a lengthy, complex, and emotionally taxing process.

Our services include:

Interpreting, communicating, and enacting the terms of the will.
Collecting and managing the funds, assets, and property of the estate.
Transferring and distributing assets to nominated beneficiaries.
Administering estates where there is no will, or where the will is invalid or incomplete, in accordance with the rules of intestacy.
Finalising the deceased’s financial affairs in consultation with accountants and financial advisers.
Administering succession plans to ensure the smooth transfer of assets.
Initiating or defending challenges to a will, providing expert legal representation in disputes.