Description

A smart and practical guide to the administration of an intestate estate including a step by step guide

This webinar will cover the following topics:

• How an intestate estate arises & the types.
• Searching for and advertising for the existence of a will or other testamentary document.
• Appointing an administrator & their role and responsibilities.
• Applying for and obtaining letters of administration in the High Court.
• Next of kin –making full and proper enquires for beneficiaries.
• Advertising for Creditors.
• Dealing with potential claimants, creditors and other challenges.
• Timeframes that govern the administration process.
• Distribution in accordance with s 77 of the Administration Act 1969.
• Practical Case-study scenarios.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

• You will understand how to administer an intestate estate from start to finish.
• You will understand the process behind the appointment of an administrator and their duties and responsibilities.
• You will understand the relevant High Court rules and how to draft the application for letters of administration.
• You will understand what is required in the search for beneficiaries, advertising for creditors and more.
• You will know how to deal with claims and other issues that may arise during the administration process.
• You will understand how to distribute the estate in accordance with the Administration Act 1969.
• You will work through a number of practical scenarios to reinforce learnings from this webinar.

SUITED TO

This webinar is suitable for all Trusts and Estates practitioners.

PRESENTER

Ala Sonti, Senior Solicitor – Team Leader, Public Trust.