Dealing with a deceased estate can be difficult. Negotiating paperwork, legal jargon and family disputes can put unwanted stress when grieving the loss of someone important.
Michael J O’Doherty & Co. can help with;

• Interpreting the will of the deceased in terms of estate laws.
• Advising executors and trustees in regard to their duties and rights.
• Informing government bodies including Centrelink and Veterans Affairs.
• Applying for Probate of the Will in the Supreme Court.
• Dealing with intestacy (where there is no Will).
• Applying for Letters of Administration (if the Will is deemed invalid or is absent).
• Identifying estate assets and liabilities.
• Obtaining valuations of estate property.
• Collecting estate financial assets including superannuation, bank funds, shares, outstanding loans, and insurance payouts.
• Selling or transferring estate property including estate auctions.
• Paying estate debts including mortgages, funeral costs, and testamentary expenses.
• Advising in regard to family and testamentary trusts.
• Administering trust funds.
• Distributing bequests and inheritances to beneficiaries.
• Organising information for estate tax returns.
• Family mediation and negotiation.
• Contesting wills and defending estate litigation in the Supreme Court.

Call us to assist with your matter on (02) 98331144.