PROBATE & LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION
Helping you navigate life’s hardest moments — with clarity, compassion, and care.
Losing a loved one is difficult enough without the added stress of managing their legal affairs. At Allan Hogan Solicitor, we provide calm, professional guidance to help you understand and complete the process of finalising an estate.
Whether your loved one had a Will or not, we’ll ensure every legal step is handled with dignity, accuracy, and compassion.
WHAT IS PROBATE?
If a person passes away leaving a valid Will, the executor named in that Will may need to apply for a Grant of Probate through the Supreme Court of NSW.
This grant gives the executor the legal authority to manage the estate — including collecting assets, paying debts, and distributing property according to the Will.
Our team assists executors through every stage of the process, including:
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Preparing and lodging the Probate application
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Identifying and collecting estate assets
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Liaising with banks, superannuation funds, and government departments
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Preparing estate accounts and distributing inheritances
We take care of the details, so you can focus on what really matters — your family and healing.
Why Choose Us
✔ Over 30 years of experience in estate planning and administration
✔ Step-by-step guidance for executors and families
✔ Compassionate, confidential, and efficient service
✔ Clear communication and fair, transparent fees
✔ Local people, real advice, genuine care
Letters of Administration
When a person passes away without a valid Will, they are said to have died intestate. In this case, someone (usually a close family member) must apply for Letters of Administration to be legally appointed as the estate’s administrator.
The process can be more complex than Probate, as the law determines who inherits the estate and in what proportions — rather than the person’s wishes.
We assist families through this process by:
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Determining the rightful beneficiaries under NSW intestacy law
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Preparing and lodging Letters of Administration applications
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Managing and distributing estate assets in accordance with legal requirements
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Providing clear advice on what to expect and how to proceed
Even without a Will, we’ll help you navigate the legal steps with care and confidence.
Why having a Will matters
Having a valid Will ensures that your wishes are honoured and that your loved ones are spared unnecessary stress, delay, and expense after you’re gone.
Without a Will, your estate may be distributed under intestacy laws, which might not reflect your personal wishes or family circumstances. It can also mean a longer and more complicated process for those you leave behind.
Preparing a Will with our team is simple, affordable, and provides complete peace of mind — knowing that your affairs will be handled exactly as you intend.
Our approach
We understand that dealing with the estate of a loved one — or planning for your own — can feel daunting. Our role is to make it easier, clearer, and more personal.
We’ll take the time to listen, explain each step, and handle the legal requirements with professionalism and care. Whether you’re applying for Probate, Letters of Administration, or preparing your own Will, you can rely on our experience and compassion to guide you through.