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Probate & Administration in Maitland & The Hunter Valley
Hills Solicitors manage probate applications and estate administration in NSW, from grant of probate to distributing the estate, with care and clear guidance through every step.
Submitting a Grant of Probate
The probate process in New South Wales (NSW) can be daunting, so we have outlined a few important steps to keep in mind. Firstly, obtaining a grant of probate requires you to gather essential documents such as the original Will, the death certificate of the deceased and other related asset documents. The probate application form must then be completed and filed in the Supreme Court of NSW. Once the application is filed, the court will issue a notice to all relevant parties such as beneficiaries and creditors.
After all parties have been notified, the executor of the Will can apply for a grant of probate. Finally, it is important to remember that the last step is to distribute the estate in accordance with the specific terms of the Will. Need assistance with the probate process in NSW? Contact us today to speak with one of our knowledgeable professionals.
Assistance with probate applications
If you are the executor of a Will, you will need to apply for a grant of probate from the Supreme Court to give you the legal authority to administer the estate. This time-consuming process involves a lot of paperwork and is the last thing you want to be thinking about when grieving the loss of a loved one.
That’s where we come in. At Hills Solicitors in the Hunter Valley, we are here to assist you with submitting probate applications. Our team will work with you to ensure you have all the required documents and will advise you on whether more information is required to prevent delays to the process.
Why hire a solicitor?
Many people don’t realise the importance of hiring a Solicitor to submit a grant of probate. It’s a complex process and it’s easy to make mistakes if you don’t know what you’re doing. Some forms will need to be witnessed and signed by an authorised witness. A Solicitor can walk you through this complicated process and advice you on what’s needed to prevent costly delays during this difficult time.
Once an executor has been granted the authority to deal with the estate, they will also need to follow rules in regard to distributing assets and possessions. A Solicitor can also explain what’s required in order to prevent the executor and beneficiaries from facing penalties.
For more information, the NSW Government provides a breakdown of what probate is.
Passionate, experienced solicitors
Meet the team at Hills
Hills Solicitors first opened its doors in September of 1894 under the name T A Hill. We continued strengthening our roots in the Maitland community and later became T A Hill & Son, when our founder's son joined the family practice. We then made the change to Hills Solicitors.
We have had a total of 3 offices since those early days in 1894, all of which are a 50m walk from our current office.
Get in touch today to see how Hills can help
When you approach Hills Solicitors for any legal advice, we treat you like family. Our valuable clients are members of an evergrowing family that we wouldn't be here without.
Getting started
How we work with you
At Hills Solicitors, we take pride in our over 130 years of experience and adaptability. Our clients can trust that we will continuously evolve and tailor our services to their changing needs.
Step one
Get to know each other
When you come to Hills for advice you are never just another client to us, you become part of our large family and it is vital we get to know you.
Step two
Understanding your rights
The first step is to help you understand your rights and how you can approach the issues at hand.
Step three
Determining your goals
The most important step is understanding exactly what you would like to see at the end of your matter.
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The team at Hills are here to help with all of your legal needs, serving Maitland and the Hunter for over 130 years. With a forward-thinking approach, providing practical solutions, for an affordable price. We're here to help you when you need us.