While the role of Executor (or Administrator) seems quite straightforward on paper as many areas of Estate Administration are governed by prevailing Probate and inheritance laws, reality can sometimes be quite different. Estate Administration can be made more difficult if … Read more

Among the crucial Estate Administration tasks of an Executor (or Administrator) are identifying assets and how these are owned to establish if they form part of the Estate or if they are handled differently. If there is property involved, how … Read more

When a loved one passes away, the period that follows is always a difficult time. And even as you are still grieving, there may be a lot of important matters you need to attend to if you’re put in charge … Read more

There are many responsibilities that come with the role of Executor or Administrator of a Deceased Estate. You need to make funeral arrangements, complete a large number of administrative tasks and keep track of all the paperwork and processes that … Read more

When it comes to how a Will works, most people have a mistaken notion that the Testator (the person making the Will) can decide as they please and distribute their Estate as they see fit. And while bequeathing their Estate … Read more

Dealing with the death of a loved one – whether a grandparent, parent, sibling, child or a relative who is very close to – could be one of the hardest things you’ll ever have to do in your lifetime. It … Read more

One of the more time-consuming tasks during Estate Administration is identifying and keeping a record of the assets of a Deceased Estate. During this step, one of the biggest questions posed usually concerns what happens with those assets left behind, … Read more

Estate Administration, in general, can be a lengthy and complicated process. The size of the Estate, number of Beneficiaries and other factors, such as claims being made against the Estate, can all affect its progression. Therefore, it’s unfortunate that many people … Read more

When someone dies, the Executor they appointed to administer the Estate they leave behind is tasked to implement their wishes stated in their Will. Let’s look at a few reasons why you should seek legal executor advice at the right … Read more

Being asked to serve as an Estate Executor is an honourable duty. After all, you were most likely chosen as being someone the testator had full confidence in. When the time comes for you to administer an Estate, you’ll quickly realise … Read more

Hiring a probate lawyer can get pretty expensive, but it often saves a lot of money and grief in the long run. With a seasoned estate lawyer, you’ll have someone who can advise you on the appropriate steps to take. … Read more

Depending on the circumstances, the estate administration process can be a complicated, time-consuming and stressful affair. In fact, for an Executor to be able to manage a deceased estate efficiently, they need to take into account a number of Executor … Read more

When a loved one dies, there is overwhelming grief and a sense of loss that follows. However, there is also plenty of administrative work to do, including funeral arrangements and taking care of the deceased estate. If you’re ever in … Read more

When it comes to estate administration, the Executor or Administrator and Beneficiaries are at the centre stage. If the Testator (the deceased person who has left a legacy) has a Will, then an Executor is usually named or assigned to … Read more

When a family member or a loved one passes away, the people they leave behind – especially the ones they were close to – experience considerable distress and turmoil. But the mourning period can become even more stressful when disputes … Read more

When someone designates you as Executor of their Will or as the dedicated person tasked to administer their estate in the absence of a Will, you need to make some preparations to ensure you have all the necessary documents to … Read more