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Reputable Probate Lawyer in Singapore: How to Get a Grant of Probate Efficiently in Singapore

The probate lawyers at PKWA Law are recognised as established probate lawyers in Singapore, and usually obtain Grant of Probate and Letters of Administration within 4 to 6 weeks.

The quicker the Grant of Probate and Letters of Administration is obtained, the faster the estate administration is concluded, and the inheritance passed to beneficiaries. If you are a beneficiary, you don’t want to be stuck in a situation where you cannot get the assets distributed.

In this article, PKWA Law’s specialist probate team shares five expert tips to help you secure probate quickly and efficiently.

Hire a Leading Probate Lawyer in Singapore

You should engage an experienced probate lawyer in Singapore. Hiring one of the best probate lawyers who specialises in estate administration makes a big difference between a process that is smooth and quick and one that is marked by frustration and delays.

At PKWA Law, because of our vast experience in probate matters, we usually obtain probate within 6 weeks. We will guide you in the right direction, and our specialist probate team will keep your meetings with us to a minimum.

Determine Debtors and Creditors Promptly

If you are acting as the Executor of an estate, part of your job involves quickly identifying creditor and debtors of the deceased. The most obvious debts and expenses you as the Executor must pay before releasing the inheritance to the beneficiaries are IRAS and credit card companies. Once probate is obtained, your probate lawyer would advise you to these debts asap so that the estate can be distributed without delay.

Prepare Your Schedule of Assets

One of the most important documents that need to be filed in the Family Justice Court before the court will issue the Grant of Probate or Letter of Administration is the Schedule of Assets.

It would help if you found out what assets the deceased has and give value to these assets. The Schedule of Assets has to be filed with the probate court as part of the administration process. If you are the Executor or Administrator of the estate, your probate lawyer will be requesting for a list of assets and that you get a valuation, whether on personal effects, real estate, or other assets. You should give copies of bank statements, the title deed, insurance policies to your probate lawyer.

Maintain Clear Authority and Communication

Only the Executor or Administrator has legal authority to instruct the probate lawyer. To avoid confusion and potential conflicts, ensure that communication with the lawyer is handled solely by the appointed Executor or Administrator.

If multiple family members try to give competing instructions, it can delay or even derail the process. Staying organised and clear about who gives instructions helps your probate lawyer keep the matter on track.

Keep the Estate Monies Separate

The Executor or Administrator must keep the estate monies separate from his own money. We usually advise the Executor or Administrator to open a separate bank account and not to allow estate monies and personal money to mix.

Beneficiaries are entitled to a detailed accounting of the executor’s actions. Keeping proper records and a separate estate account will help your probate lawyer conclude the matter efficiently and maintain transparency.

Why Choose PKWA Law

PKWA Law is consistently ranked among the best probate law firms in Singapore by The Straits Times. Our team of probate specialists provides efficient, affordable, and fixed-fee probate services.

If you need help obtaining a Grant of Probate or Letters of Administration, contact our probate lawyers today. We’ll help you complete the process quickly, accurately, and with peace of mind.