To grant a Power of Attorney you, as the principal, must provide us with your instructions. Ensuring you have the required medical capacity is a priority. Once this is established, we will draft the necessary documents for your signature. Please contact our law firm, and we will guide you through the process, ensuring that your interests are protected and your decisions are well-informed.

To obtain guardianship, you typically need to file a court application. This process involves demonstrating to the court that guardianship or trusteeship is necessary to protect the well-being of an individual who is unable to make decisions for themselves due to incapacity or age. The court may require supporting evidence, such as assessments and documentation, to make an informed decision. Legal proceedings and assessments are often part of this process.

The duration of the grant of administration or probate process can vary, but generally, the court process may take up to 12 weeks, depending on the complexity of your application and the specific circumstances. It’s important to note that the overall administration of the estate may extend to approximately a year, considering various factors such as the settlement of debts, payment of taxes, and the distribution of assets to beneficiaries. The specific timeline may also be influenced by the court’s caseload and any potential legal challenges.

A grant of administration is a court-issued document that authorizes an individual or entity to manage the estate of a deceased person when there is no valid will or when the named executor in the will is unable to fulfill their duties. This appointed person, often called the “administrator,” handles tasks like asset inventory, debt settlement, and asset distribution according to the laws of intestate succession.

A grant of probate is a court-issued document that confirms the validity of a deceased person’s will and authorizes the executor named in the will to administer and distribute the estate according to the deceased’s wishes.

Last Will and Testament: This document details how your assets will be distributed after your passing and nominate an executor to oversee the process of administering your estate
Enduring Power of Attorney: This grants someone the authority to manage your financial affairs if you lose medical capacity
Personal Directive: This grants someone the authority to make personal and healthcare decisions on your behalf if you lose medical capacity

A wills package includes three essential documents: a Last Will and Testament, an Enduring Power of Attorney, and a Personal Directive. These documents together provide a comprehensive framework for estate planning.