Probate & Letters of Administration
We help executors and families apply for the authority they need to deal with an estate and guide them through the steps that follow.
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A Grant of Probate authorises the executor named in a valid will to administer the estate, while Letters of Administration appoint an administrator, typically when the deceased left no valid will.
Applying for a Grant of Probate
Identify the executor
Review the original will and confirm who is named as executor and able to act.
Prepare and file the application
Gather the supporting documents and file the probate application with the High Court of Malaya.
Attend the hearing and obtain the grant
Attend the hearing as required and obtain the sealed grant once the court approves the application.
Administer the estate
Collect the estate assets, settle debts and expenses, and distribute the balance according to the will.
Applying for Letters of Administration
Identify the proposed administrator
Identify who is eligible and willing to apply to administer the estate.
List assets, liabilities and beneficiaries
Prepare an inventory of the estate and identify the people entitled to inherit.
Prepare and file the application
Prepare the supporting documents and file the application with the High Court of Malaya where that route applies.
Attend the hearing and obtain the grant
Attend the hearing as required and obtain the sealed Letters of Administration once approved.
Administer the estate
Collect the estate assets, settle debts and expenses, and distribute the balance under the applicable inheritance rules.
Find Out Which Route Applies
Tell us whether there is a will and what assets the estate includes. We can help identify the appropriate route and the documents you’ll need.
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