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How long does a Grant of Probate take in Victoria?
Several weeks, allow time.
Are there time limits for applying?
No, however if there has been over 3 years since the time of passing you will require an affidavit is explaining the delay.
What happens if there is property or land?
If there is house of land held in the deceased’s name only, a Grant of Probate is required to sell or transfer the property.
What is an Administrator?
Where a will maker has failed to appoint an executor, an administrator is a appointed by the court and is in charge of administering the deceased’s estate.
What is an Executor?
An executor can be a person or group of people named in a will in charge of administering the deceased’s estate.
What are Letters of Administration?
Letters of Administrations is a legal document used where the deceased has not left a will, this document is used to legally administer the deceased’s estate.
What if there is no will?
You need a will to obtain a Grant of Probate. If there is no Will you need to apply for a Grant of Letters of Administration.
What is Probate?
The estate of a deceased person can only be acted upon where probate is granted. Probate is a legal document which recognises a will as valid and allows said wishes to be acted upon.
What’s the difference between a trustee and a trust?
A trust is settled by way of deed but is not actually a legal entity. Accordingly, it needs a trustee (either a person or trustee company) to act on its behalf. Establishing the trustee company is a separate process to settling the trust and is an optional step.