You will be treated with understanding and respect when dealing with arrangements after the loss of a family member or dear friend. We can assist you by getting estate affairs sorted out in a timely and efficient manner.
We are experienced in dealing with estate disputes. If unfortunate conflict arises following the passing of a family member, then we can work with you to find sensitive and appropriate solutions and minimise the distress and expense.
We always recommend keeping your will up to date as it makes distributing your estate far easier on your executors and beneficiaries.
In the some-what complicated event that a valid will has not been left, Barker & Barker can assist you with applying for Letters of Administration to the Supreme Court of ACT. In these circumstances, there is legislation that details how an estate may be distributed and by whom. The Supreme Court can appoint an Administrator to distribute the estate under the Wills, Probate and Administration Act 1898.
If you expected to be a beneficiary of a will but have not been provided for, you can make a claim against the distribution of any estate under the Family Provision Act 1982, provided you can clearly set out reasons as to why you should be considered a beneficiary of the deceased estate.
We can help you apply to the Supreme Court of ACT for Probate in instances where there is a valid will and you have been nominated as Executor of that will. The Supreme Court can then grant probate which authorises you to distribute the deceased estate in accordance with the provisions of the will.
Further information & brochures
Centrelink - What to do following a death
ACT Probate, Administration, Reseal
NSW Probate, Administration, Reseal