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A Complete Guide to Probate and Letters of Administration in QLD

Following a person’s death in QLD, either a Grant of Probate or Letters of Administration application must be lodged for a person to be legally appointed the responsibility to: - Access finances, assets and belongings  - Distribute the estate as intended, and - Carry out any requests and wishes outlined in the Will.  Our guide will explain and instruct you on how to: - Successfully submit a Grant of Probate Application, and - Apply for Letters of Administration where required Minimum Documents required – QLD Probate Application A number of documents are required to submit a Grant of Probate application in Queensland. Additional documents other than those stated below may also be requested by The Supreme Court before a grant is finalised. You’ll need to obtain the following documents: - Form 101 - Application for probate (will)  - Original Will – plus 2 x copies - Affidavit in support  - Form 105 - Affidavit  - The Original Death Certificate  - exhibit clause on Form 47 - Certificate of