General Estate Administration & Distribution
Estate Administration is the process of dealing with all of the property of the deceased person – collecting all assets in the deceased’s name, paying debts and liabilities of the deceased person (and their estate), and distribution of the estate to beneficiaries.
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Whilst this may sound straightforward, there are many different aspects to the process, and many technical legal issues that can arise, which can be a liability nightmare for the executor or administrator of the estate. Even in the simplest of circumstances, the process of administering an estate can be daunting and overwhelming.
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The staff at Ashton Estate Lawyers have assisted in the administration of numerous estates, of all sizes and complexities, advising as to rights, duties and liabilities and guiding clients through the procedures that must be followed to ensure that the estate is administered according to the will (or intestacy rules if there is no will) and in accordance with the applicable succession laws. We offer comprehensive estate administration services, guiding you in matters including:
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Probate or Letters of Administration;
Notifying beneficiaries of their entitlements;
Collecting estate assets;
Dealing with superannuation matters;
Arranging payment of estate debts and liabilities (including negotiating with creditors if the estate is insolvent);
Finalising and paying all applicable taxes of the deceased and estate (if applicable);
Responding to any court applications or litigation brought against the estate;
Transferring the estate assets to beneficiaries in accordance with the will and applicable succession laws; and
Generally assisting in finalising the deceased person’s affairs.
Loss of a loved one is difficult, and can be compounded if the role of administration of the estate has been thrust upon you. At Ashton Estate Lawyers, we are attentive and compassionate whilst offering professional, efficient guidance and assistance throughout the estate administration process. Please contact us for a free 15-minute telephone conversation to discuss your circumstances and how we can assist you.