Description
Learn how to approach various scenarios where a will has no executor with the guidance of an experienced expert.
This webinar will cover the different reasons an executor may be unavailable and how to address them. We will look at who can apply for administration and what evidence they will need to provide.
Together we will demystify these often-complex applications.
The approach is practical and focused on ensuring successful applications. This webinar is suitable for all lawyers and legal executives who prepare administration applications or are interested in doing so.
The webinar will cover:
- Executors neglecting to apply
- Executors who cannot act
- Letters of administration with will annexed
- Classes of potential applicants
- Status of Children Act enquires
- Passing over executors who are unsuitable
- Executors according to the tenor of a will
ORIGINAL BROADCAST DATE
2 June 2026
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Attendees will be confident dealing with a range of situations where a grant of administration is needed and there is no executor. They will be able to identify who can be appointed and what information the court requires.
SUITED TO
This webinar is suited to lawyers and legal executives. Level is intermediate.
PRESENTER
Anne Murdoch Moar, Registrar of the High Court
Registrar Anne Murdoch Moar is an experienced High Court Registrar with extensive knowledge of probate and administration applications. She currently leads a team of Technical Specialists at the Wellington High Court.