Probate Lawyers, Solicitors & Executor Services

What is probate?

Probate is a court order sought by the executor of a deceased estate approving the distribution of assets to beneficiaries.
It’s important an executor ensures the assets of a loved one are distributed according to their will or any other approved informal statement, or if there is no will, in accordance with the law.
The Supreme Court in each state or territory of Australia supervises the process of administering and distributing the estate.
The court will appoint an executor if the deceased hasn’t nominated one.

Why is probate important?

Most banks and other asset holders, such as insurance companies and superannuation funds, will want to see a court ratified Grant of Probate or Letters of Administration before releasing or transferring assets. This is to ensure the person moving the assets has the authority to do so.

Court orders also ensure the executor can’t be sued down the track if someone disagrees with what’s been done.

Why choose Alan Rigas Solicitors for your probate?

We help speed up and simplify the process for you. We can help you identify if there is a valid will or other instrument of intent. We will help you identify the assets, guide you through the application process, and help you call in and distribute the estate.

To find out more or to get help with probate and estate law in NSW, contact Alan Rigas Solicitors on (02) 9635 5333.

Contest a will

Unfairly left out of a will? You may have a claim. A will can be contested if eligible people, usually a spouse or children, have not been adequately provided for in an estate.

Make or update a will

It is vitally important that you have a current will and that it is updated every time your circumstances change.

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Our work and clients

Gina was left out of her mother’s will. We demonstrated that she was entitled to a share of her mother’s estate.

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Our firm’s principal, Alan Rigas is an Accredited Specialist in Immigration Law. If you’re employing an overseas worker or sponsoring a loved one to live in Australia, you’ve come to the right place.

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