Estate Administration Lawyers
Following an initial consultation with one of our Wills & Estates lawyers, we can advise you on the likely steps involved in administering an estate and the level of assistance that may be appropriate in your circumstances.
Administering an estate can be a significant responsibility. Executors and administrators are required to identify estate assets, deal with liabilities, obtain the necessary legal authority and ensure the estate is distributed correctly to the people entitled to receive it.
This process often takes place during an already difficult time. Understanding your obligations and obtaining the right advice can help minimise delays, reduce stress and ensure the estate is administered properly.
What is estate administration?
Estate administration is the process of managing and finalising a person's affairs after they pass away.
Depending on the circumstances, this may involve:
- Identifying assets and liabilities,
- Obtaining Probate or Letters of Administration,
- Collecting and protecting estate assets,
- Paying estate debts and liabilities,
- Managing communication with beneficiaries and relevant organisations,
- Distributing the estate in accordance with the Will or, where there is no Will, the applicable laws.
Every estate is different. Some estates can be administered relatively straightforwardly, while others involve complex assets, blended families, disputes, business interests or other challenges.
How can a lawyer assist with estate administration?
Our Wills & Estates lawyers can provide practical guidance throughout the administration process and assist with:
- Reviewing the Will and advising on its effect,
- Advising executors and administrators about their duties and responsibilities,
- Identifying the steps required to administer the estate,
- Preparing and filing applications for Probate or Letters of Administration,
- Assisting with estate asset information and required documentation,
- Advising on payment of estate debts and liabilities,
- Assisting with communication and procedural requirements,
- Helping facilitate the distribution of estate assets to beneficiaries.
Whether you require assistance with the entire estate administration process or advice on specific steps, we can tailor our support to your needs.
How Aitken Partners can assist
At Aitken Partners, our Wills & Estates team provides clear, practical and experienced advice to executors, administrators and beneficiaries.
We can assess the circumstances of the estate, explain the steps involved, identify potential issues and provide tailored advice throughout the administration process.
Our focus is on helping clients administer estates with clarity, care and confidence.
Our Partnership with Herekind
Aitken Partners is a trusted partner of Herekind, a low cost estate administration platform designed to support executors who wish to manage the estate administration process themselves.
For straightforward estates, Herekind can be a practical and cost effective option, providing guidance and support throughout the estate administration process.
Get in touch
Located in Melbourne CBD at Level 28, 140 William Street, Melbourne. Servicing all Melbourne suburbs online and within a 15-minute drive for: Melbourne CBD, Carlton, Fitzroy, Richmond, South Yarra, St Kilda, Brunswick, Collingwood, Prahran, South Melbourne, North Melbourne.
Located in Melbourne CBD at Level 28, 140 William Street, Melbourne. Servicing all Melbourne suburbs online and within a 15-minute drive for: Melbourne CBD, Carlton, Fitzroy, Richmond, South Yarra, St Kilda, Brunswick, Collingwood, Prahran, South Melbourne, North Melbourne.