

Probate and Letters of Administration
Probate and letters of administration confirm the legal authority to manage and distribute an Estate. At MMLaw, we guide executors and families through the process with clarity and care.
Guiding you through the Probate process with care and clarity.
Losing a loved one is never easy, and dealing with legal processes can feel overwhelming. At MMLaw, we provide compassionate support and practical guidance to help executors and families navigate probate with confidence.
Probate is a court-issued document that confirms a Will is valid and gives the named executor the authority to manage the deceased’s Estate. Once granted, probate allows the executor to collect assets, pay debts, and distribute the estate in line with the Will.
What is Probate?
Not every Estate needs Probate.
In some cases, probate may not be necessary: for example, if the Estate is small or assets are jointly owned. However, many banks, financial institutions, and government agencies require probate before releasing funds or transferring property. We’ll assess your situation and advise whether probate is required.
Support when there's no Will in place.
When someone dies without leaving a valid Will, their Estate cannot be administered without legal authority. At MMLaw, we provide compassionate guidance to help families apply for Letters of Administration and manage their loved one’s affairs with confidence.
Letters of Administration are granted by the Supreme Court of Queensland and give a person (usually the next of kin) the legal authority to collect assets, pay debts, and distribute the Estate according to the rules of intestacy.
Court approval to administer an Estate without a Will.
Providing authority when no valid Will exists
Letters of Administration are needed if:
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The deceased passed away without a Will (intestate)
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The Will left is invalid or cannot be located
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The named executor is unwilling or unable to act
In these situations, the law sets out who is entitled to apply, usually starting with the spouse or closest family member.
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