Estate Administration
(Passing Away without a Will)
Dealing with the death of a loved one is always difficult. Navigating through the legal system is confusing. We can help explain to you the legal process and if necessary, assist with the estate administration.
When the Deceased does not have a Will
If the deceased passed away without a Will, it would require a similar but different process such a 'Probate.' A lawyer can help prepare the necessary documents to submit to the court and can explain and identify who will be the beneficiaries of the intestate (deceased's estate when they passed away without a Will). In Alberta, there are strict legislative guidelines regarding who is entitled to claim the deceased's estate. Speak with a lawyer to learn more and what to do if your loved one has passed away without a Will.
Estate administration and the probate process are complex, time-consuming, and frustrating, and for these reasons, personal representatives/executors will feel overwhelmed. The assistance of a lawyer can help alleviate the stress of such legal obligations and guide the executor/personal representative. A lawyer can assist in locating, retrieving, and distributing the assets as indicated in the Will.
Why hire a Lawyer?
The application process has many legal requirements and is very detailed.
Because of our experience, we can ensure that your application is properly prepared and presented to the Court.
A properly executed, submitted, and granted of administration will take about 3-4 months to receive. However, if incorrectly done the process will take a lot longer.
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