Deceased Estates Adelaide
Highly Recommended Deceased Estate Lawyers in Adelaide
At Evans Testa Barristers and Solicitors, we deal daily with Adelaide’s deceased estates and probate applications. This means that you can trust us to help with any issues. Evans Testa Barristers and Solicitors was established in 2013 by Lauraine and Phil. These two have over 40 years of combined experience and strive to eliminate the technical jargon that can dominate the industry. Our founders work in Wills, estates, and probate. However, Laurine specialises in criminal law, while Phil deals with family and civil law. Lauraine and Phil provide straightforward, meaningful advice and cost-effective solutions. They also build solid relationships with our clients, allowing the team to tailor our services to suit your needs.
We represent our clients in every court jurisdiction across South Australia, including city, suburban, country, and some interstate courts. Our team also cares about your convenience. So, we can meet you at our offices in Adelaide’s CBD, West Lakes, and the North East. We can also assist with home visits where required.
Get Professional Help with Deceased Estates in Adelaide
A deceased estate is a challenging area of law that can confuse you, especially when grieving. Remember that this is an area that has specific time limits, which means you must seek legal support as soon as possible. Our team can navigate this situation with sensitivity and efficiency. We specialise in;
- Probate applications
- Estate administration
- Contested estates and inheritance claims
Probate is a judicial process where the court authenticates a Will. This process must be completed before assets can be divided. If you are appointed as an Executor or administrator of a Will, you are responsible for distributing the assets in line with the Will. Our team can work with administrators to ensure you complete your duties effectively and efficiently. We can also help you if you want to contest a Will. Please get in touch with our team as soon as possible to see how we can help you.
Talk to Us about Your Deceased Estate Issues in Adelaide
You can administer a deceased estate in Adelaide without the help of a lawyer. However, the process can be challenging, especially if you need a Grant of Probate or Letters of Administration. The paperwork involved in this process is complex. Fortunately, our deceased estate lawyers can help you sort the various documents and provide professional advice to ensure the process runs smoothly.
If the deceased had a Will, it is vital to locate it and keep it safe. Under no circumstances should the Will be taken apart for copying. Ensure you give the original Will to the deceased estate solicitors as soon as possible. The executor may have a simple or complicated time depending on whether a family member wishes to contest the Will. A person can contest the Will if;
- You were dependent on the deceased, and you were not provided for in the Will
- You feel the Will is unfair (for a valid reason)
- The provision made for you in the Will is inadequate
- You feel that the deceased was unduly influenced by a person when making their Will
- You feel that the deceased was not of sound mind when they made their Will
- The deceased passed away without a Will
- The Will is unclear.
