Intestacy
Intestacy arises when a person die without leaving a valid Will. The distribution of their Estate is then governed by the Intestacy Rules, as set out in the Administration of […]
How To Locate a Missing Will
Document Search The first place to begin your search would be the Deceased’s home. You can undertake this search yourself or recruit a third-party to undertake the document search (which […]
Beneficiary Estate Administration Notification Letter
Appointing Children as Executors
Ms Frye had three children – Summer, River and Malcolm. Summer and Malcolm were financially responsible and had experience managing money and legal matters, whilst River had struggled with financial […]
Leaving Money to Minors
Mrs Sinha was a loving grandmother who wanted to ensure that her grandchildren had financial support for their future. She had three grandchildren – Vikas (14), Arun (11), and Rani […]
Storing a Will
Mr Ali decided to store his original Will in a Bank safety deposit box because he believed it was the safest option. He was worried about the Will being lost […]
Codicil
A supplementary document that amends a Will rather than replacing it.
Probate
A colloquial term used to refer to the entire Estate administration process.
Intestate
The situation where an individual dies without having made a valid Will. Their Estate is therefore distributed according to the Intestacy Rules.
Executor/Executrix
An individual appointed to administer an Estate. Executrix is sometimes used to refer to a female Executor.
Beneficiary
A person/entity designated to benefit from a Will, particularly by inheriting property, money or other assets.
Testator/Testatrix
The individual making a Will. Testatrix is sometimes used to refer to a female Testator.
