Administering an estate can be a complex and time-consuming process, especially during an emotional time. At Asquith Legal, our experienced estate administration lawyers in Wollongong provide compassionate and professional support to executors and administrators, ensuring all legal obligations are met and the estate is distributed efficiently.
Whether you’re managing a simple estate or dealing with more complex matters, we’re here to guide you every step of the way.
Estate administration is the process of managing and distributing a deceased person’s assets in accordance with their will or the intestacy laws of NSW (if there is no will). This involves tasks such as obtaining probate, paying debts, and ensuring beneficiaries receive their entitlements.
Our estate administration lawyers in Wollongong can handle all these responsibilities on your behalf, simplifying the process and ensuring compliance with NSW law.
At Asquith Legal, we provide comprehensive estate administration services, including:
Preparing and lodging probate applications with the NSW Supreme Court.
Collecting, valuing, and managing the deceased’s assets.
Ensuring all liabilities are settled before distribution.
Transferring assets to beneficiaries in accordance with the will or intestacy laws.
Providing legal advice and representation for disputes involving executors, beneficiaries, or creditors.
Our experienced team helps you navigate these challenges with efficiency and care, ensuring a smooth process for all involved.
The timeline varies depending on the complexity of the estate. Simple estates may take a few months, while more complex cases involving disputes or international assets can take longer.
Yes, it’s common for executors to also be beneficiaries. However, they must act impartially and in the best interests of all beneficiaries.
If there is no will, the estate is distributed according to NSW intestacy laws. You may need to apply for letters of administration instead of probate.
We specialise in NSW estate laws and have extensive experience with probate and administration.
We handle all aspects of estate administration promptly and professionally.
We provide support during what can be an emotional and challenging time.
Our fixed-fee services ensure there are no surprises.
Let Us Handle Estate Administration for You
At Asquith Legal, we’re committed to making estate administration as smooth and stress-free as possible. Whether you’re an executor needing guidance or a family member unsure of where to begin, our estate administration lawyers in Wollongong are here to help.
From the initial consultation to the final signing of our Wills and related documents, the service provided by Markus was professional, organised and accommodating. Markus is very knowledgeable, supportive and has excellent communication skills. He explained every detail thoroughly and answered questions clearly.
I would highly recommend Markus Christmann.
Markus helped me enormously, guiding me through what was a highly emotional case for me. He was incredibly understanding and patient.
Whilst being very professional, he is also very personable.
I’m so grateful he took me on when others wouldn’t. I highly recommend.
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