Melbourne & Victoria Probate Lawyers
Are you struggling to deal with the legal affairs of a loved one who has passed away? With years of experience in all aspects of deceased estates and grants of probate, Shamac Lawyers offers compassionate support to help you through this difficult time.
What is Probate
When a deceased person has nominated a person or persons as executor or executors of the will, the Supreme Court of Victoria issues a grant of probate. An executor has to apply for a grant of probate in the probate division of the Supreme Court of Victoria. Probate is an order from the court stating that the deceased’s will has been proved valid, and authority is granted to administer the deceased’s estate.
- where the will is defective or missing,
- the terms of the will appear uncertain,
- there are concerns about the deceased’s mental capacity when the will was made,
- the executors named in the will are unable or unwilling to apply for probate, or
- where the executors or administrators are in dispute.
At Shamac Lawyers we can assist you in both simple and complex cases, including:
We understand that losing a loved one is never easy, and you’re dealing with grief while facing a pile of paperwork and tasks. Let us handle as little or as much of the administration of a deceased estate as possible, allowing you to focus on the grieving process. Our team is experienced in dealing with Centrelink and other government authorities, collecting in assets, including the sale of estate property or investments and distributing accordingly, and disputing an estate or defending a dispute.
Shamac Lawyers can provide you with clear information about the legal process and practical advice on the options available through our probate lawyers in Victoria. We will assist you in taking the best course of action to obtain a grant of probate or letters of administration and thereafter to properly distribute and wind up the estate in a cost-effective manner. We can also help advise on your entitlement to a share of the estate of the deceased and make an application to the court for probate where the deceased had left a will or letters of administration when there is no will.
If you’re looking for a solicitor to help you with a deceased estate, contact us today for a free consultation. We understand the stress and confusion that can come with the loss of a loved one, and we’re here to help you move forward into the future. Let Shamac Lawyers guide you through this difficult time with compassionate support.