Estate Administration
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Estate Administration
Guidance for executors.
Being named executor is an honour, and a serious responsibility. Executors can be personally liable for mistakes, and the paperwork can be overwhelming at an already difficult time. Our team walks you through each step so the estate is settled safely and correctly.
How the Process Works
First Meeting
We review the will, explain your duties and give you a checklist.
Gathering Information
Identifying assets, debts and beneficiaries, and giving the required notices.
Applying for Probate
Preparing and filing the application with the BC Supreme Court, or administration where there is no will.
Managing the Estate
Collecting assets, paying debts and taxes, and selling or transferring property.
Final Distribution
Preparing accounts, getting releases and distributing the estate to beneficiaries.
We Also Help With
- Estates where there is no will.
- ransferring real estate out of an estate.
- Advising beneficiaries on their rights
- Executors who want to step back and have us handle most of the work.
Need Some Advice
Have a deal on the table or a contract to review?
Contact us before you sign.
For Over 50 Years
Our team of lawyers has served clients
in Prince George and across Northern BC.