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Looking for a trusted probate lawyer in Singapore? Populus Law offers professional guidance in handling probate matters with care and efficiency. Whether you need assistance with Grant of Probate or Letters of Administration, our team is here to support you through every step.

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Whether you’re applying for a Grant of Probate or dealing with estate matters without a will, our team at Populus Law is here to support you. Speak to a good probate lawyer in Singapore for clear, professional advice.

Probate Lawyer in Singapore After the death of a person who left a Will, the executor appointed in the Will has to make an application to Court for a Grant of Probate. In the case of a deceased who did not leave behind a Will, an application for Grant of Letters of Administration should be made instead. The Grant of Probate is a Court order giving powers to the executors to carry out the wishes of the deceased as per the Will. If the total value of the assets is under 3 million, an application for the Grant of Probate can be made in the Family Justice Courts. Otherwise, the application should be made in the High Court of Singapore. In the event that there is no executor named in the Will, you may make an application for Letters of Administration with Will annexed. Even though most probate applications are non-contentious, given the large number of documents needed, it is still advisable for you to seek the assistance of a probate lawyer in Singapore to assist with the application for the Grant of Probate. Procedure for Applying for a Grant of Probate in Singapore Step 1 Your probate lawyer in Singapore will need the following documents from you:
  1. Original death certificate of the deceased;
  2. Original Will of the deceased; and
  3. NRIC of the executor(s).
Step 2 An application will be made in the Family Justice Courts by way of the e-litigation system. An ex parte originating summons (application) will be filed in Court along with the statement containing the information of the deceased and the applicant. Probate searches should also be conducted prior to the filing of the probate application. Your probate lawyer in Singapore will also file a certified true copy of the death certificate and Will to Court. The Court will need the original Will for verification after the filing of the abovementioned documents. Step 3 The executor will have to sign the following documents before a Commissioner of Oaths:
  1. The administration oath, wherein the executor affirms that he/ she will distribute the estate according to the deceased’s instructions in the Will.
  2. The supporting affidavit, wherein the executor affirms that the documents filed in step 2 are true and accurate.
  3. The schedule of assets, wherein the list of assets left behind by the deceased is disclosed along with their estimated values. Your probate lawyer in Singapore will be able to obtain information about the assets if you do not have them.
Step 4 There will be a hearing in Court where the executor does not need to attend. If all of the documents are in order, an order-in-terms of the probate application will be made. If the schedule of assets had been filed in Court in step 3, this is the end of the process. Otherwise, your probate lawyer in Singapore will proceed on to step 5. Step 5 Your probate lawyer in Singapore will be able to write to the various financial institutions to request for information on the assets left behind by the deceased at this stage. Once the relevant information is received, the executor will sign the supplementary affidavit exhibiting the schedule of assets. Step 6 Once the supplementary affidavit is filed, and if the Court has no further question, your probate lawyer in Singapore will be able to extract the Grant of Probate. This marks the end of the process. How Long Does it Take? In general, it takes 1 to 2 months for the completion of the probate process, assuming that you have complete information on the assets.   Contact us at +6598330314 (whatsapp) for more information. Our price list can be found here. Related articles can be found here

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

A probate lawyer assists in obtaining the Grant of Probate or Letters of Administration, managing the estate, and ensuring proper distribution of assets according to the will or intestacy laws.

A Grant of Probate is required when a person passes away with a valid will and the estate needs to be legally administered.

In such cases, the family must apply for Letters of Administration, and the estate is distributed based on Singapore’s Intestate Succession Act.

Typically, the process takes around 4 to 6 weeks if all documents are in order, but it may take longer if the estate is complex or contested.

Fees vary depending on the complexity of the estate. Populus Law offers affordable and transparent pricing with no hidden costs.

While it is possible, the process can be legally complex. Hiring a Singapore probate lawyer ensures that your application is accurate and complete.

Key documents include the death certificate, will (if available), list of assets, and the applicant’s identification documents.

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