Probate Application Australian Capital Territory
ACT’s Premium Probate Solution with Affordable Fixed-Fees and Fast Approval Times
Disclaimer: Probate Consultants is not a legal practice. Information on this website about the law on any subject is general in nature and is intended to provide an outline only. It is not comprehensive, nor does it constitute legal or financial advice.
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Probate Consultants
Probate Consultants empower Self-Represented Applicants (SRAs) to apply for Grants of Probate and Letters of Administration (LOA) in the ACT by providing specialist guidance and support.
We offer a Free Consultation to assess your situation thoroughly and explain what is involved in applying for Probate in the ACT and Letters of Administration in the ACT in a way that is accessible, relevant and practical. We simplify legal jargon into language that is easy to understand, ensuring that you are informed about your choices when it comes to making an application for a Grant of Probate or LOA in the Australian Capital Territory.
As Australia’s highest rated Probate service, the experience of our clients is paramount, and our innovative service has been built for SRAs who need friendly yet professional support and specialist guidance on Probate applications in the ACT and Letters of Administration applications in the ACT.
At Probate Consultants, we understand that having to deal with legal and financial affairs after the loss of a friend or family member can be taxing. We make it easy for SRAs to get a Grant of Probate in the ACT or Grant of Letters of Administration in the ACT and are here to guide you through the entire process from start to finish.
Book in a Free Consultation via telephone or video call. There are no timers and never any obligations.
Applying for Probate and Letters of Administration in ACT
Typically, applying for Probate and Letters of Administration in the ACT involves the following steps:
This process can be overwhelming and confusing, which is why we offer a simple and straightforward Probate and Letters of Administration solution for SRAs in the ACT. At Probate Consultants, we believe that specialist guidance and support should be available to everyone – without the complicated jargon, lengthy timeframes and high costs.
Specialist Consultancy Service
Get Probate and Letters of Administration the easier way with Australia’s highest rated Probate Solution
FIXED FEE:
$1,888 inc GST: Conventional Applications
$2,288 inc GST: Complex Applications
+ Court Fees
What You Get:
- Consultation with a genuine Probate Specialist
- One, simple webform to complete
- Advertisement (Notice) published
- Documents ready within 24 hours
- Guided document signing and lodgement
- Support with Court questions (requisitions)
- Grants of Probate & LOA received fast
- Ongoing support and guidance after Probate / LOA granted
Fast
Probate and LOA granted fast with our streamlined application process.
Affordable
Affordable Fees that are transparent and completely fixed, regardless of the value of the estate.
Easy
Ease is personal so we tailor the application process to your needs ensuring a seamless experience start to finish.
Fast, Affordable & Easy – why choose Probate Consultants in the ACT?
Probate Consultants have created a straightforward, streamlined application process that makes obtaining Grants of Probate and Letters of Administration in the ACT quick and simple for SRAs.
The vision of our founders, Thomas Torcello and Naomi Torcello, was to establish Probate Consultants as a leading provider of personalised and efficient Probate application support in Australia.
Probate Consultants has completely reimagined the Probate and LOA application process in the ACT, simplifying every step for SRAs. We meticulously scrutinise each aspect from multiple perspectives to streamline the process and enhance the client experience with innovation and care. This commitment to excellence is ingrained in our team’s ethos, driving us to continuously improve and exceed expectations.
Operating under the paradigm of self-empowerment, we provide guidance and support to applicants, fostering their autonomy throughout the application process. Our mission is to infuse simplicity into every stage, ensuring that applying for Probate and LOA in the ACT with Probate Consultants is seamless from start to finish.
Why Probate Consultants are the highest rate Probate service in the ACT
Probate Consultants tailor the application process around the needs of each client rather than treating every situation the same. We work around you, and your unique needs during this challenging time ensuring your experience is personal and bespoke.
You will only ever deal with one person at Probate Consultants – your dedicated consultant. They guide you through the entire application process, from initial consultation to the Grant being issued.
With same-day responses to all calls and emails, you will always feel heard, understood and fully informed.
Our seamless application experience ensures that the process is Fast, Affordable, and Easy. Our streamlined, step-by-step approach guarantees Fast turnaround times.
With over 300 Five-Star Reviews on Google, Probate Consultants is the highest-rated Probate Service in the ACT. We deliver an unparalleled client experience that prioritises ease, responsiveness and professionalism.
Don’t take our word for it though. This is what some of our clients say about their experience with Probate Consultants:
Frequently Asked Questions
Note: The information provided is general in nature and is intended to offer an outline only. It is not comprehensive, nor does it constitute legal advice.
Probate in the ACT is a legal process where the Supreme Court certifies that:
- A person has passed away (the deceased).
- The deceased left a valid Will.
- The executor(s) named in the Will have the authority to administer and finalise the deceased’s estate.
- This includes all property, assets and any debt.
A Grant of Probate in the ACT is a legal document issued to the executor(s) of a valid Will by the Supreme Court. It is proof of an executor’s legal right to administer and finalise a deceased person’s estate (deceased estate).
You apply for a Grant of Probate in the ACT by lodging a Probate application with the Supreme Court.
The Probate application consists of a number of documents, including affidavits, and can be lodged once the application has been advertised for 14 clear days on the Supreme Court website.
The cost involved in applying for Probate in the ACT depends on the way in which you choose to apply. There are 4 main ways to apply for a Grant of Probate in the Australian Capital Territory:
- Prepare the application yourself as a Self-Represented Applicant (SRA).
- Engage Probate Consultants to assist with your application as an SRA.
- Instruct a lawyer to act on your behalf.
- Authorise a Trustee Company to act as the executor.
Applying Yourself
If you apply for Probate yourself, without a solicitor or support from Probate Consultants, the only costs involved are:
- Advertisement Fee
- Filing Fee. This is paid when lodging the application with the ACT Supreme Court
Advertisement Fee
The advertisement is published on the Supreme Court website for a fee of $57.
Filing Fee
The Filing Fee is based on the gross value of the estate in the ACT and is paid to the Supreme Court when the Probate application is lodged:
- No Fee: Less than $50,000
- $1,044: More than $50,000 but less than $250,000
- $1,320: More than $250,000 but less than $500,000
- $1,996: More than $500,000 but less than $1,000,000
- $2,657: More than $1,000,000
Solicitors
There is no standard cost that solicitors charge for preparing Probate applications. Fees vary from practitioner to practitioner and practice to practice.
When considering a price quote from a Solicitor, ensure the following has been included:
- GST
- Filing Fee
- Costs & Disbursements
Probate Consultants
We charge all Australians the same Fixed-Fees regardless of the value of the estate. You have complete certainty over the total out-of-pocket cost involved in obtaining Probate from the beginning – no surprises.
Our all-inclusive quote includes:
- Our Fixed Fee:
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- $1,888 inc GST: Conventional Applications
- $2,288 inc GST: Complex Applications
- Advertisement Fee: $57
- Supreme Court Filing Fee: $0 to $2,657
Probate is usually granted within 28 days in the ACT.
Probate applications can only be lodged once 14 days have passed from the publication of the Notice (Advertisement) on the Supreme Court website. The Court usually grants Probate within 1 to 2 weeks from lodgement.
You can apply for Probate yourself by:
- Completing the required forms.
- Advertising the Probate application
- Lodging the Probate application with the Supreme Court.
The following documents are needed in order to apply for Probate in the ACT:
- Original Will and any codicil(s)
- Death Certificate
- Details of the assets and liabilities of the deceased person
Probate is not always required where there is a Will in the ACT. Probate is only required when an asset holder (ie Aged Care Facility, Bank, Share Registry etc) will not allow an executor to deal with an asset unless a formal Grant of Probate is produced.
Some asset holders will release an asset without requiring a Grant of Probate. In these cases you will usually need to produce a certified copy of the Death Certificate and Will. You should contact each asset holder to find out whether Probate is required to access the asset.
Probate may also be necessary to perform other duties in relation to finalising a deceased person’s estate, including making contact with the ATO regarding tax returns or dealing with liabilities such as mortgages.
Probate is required in the ACT when an asset holder (Bank, Super Fund, Aged Care Facility, etc) requests a Grant of Probate before allowing an executor access to a deceased person’s assets.
It may also be necessary to perform other duties in relation to finalising a deceased person’s estate, including making contact with the ATO regarding tax returns or dealing with liabilities such as mortgages.
You Need a Grant In The Following Situations:
- Seeking the refund of an Accommodation Bond (RAD) from an aged care facility.
- Accessing funds in a bank account over a certain value, usually $50,000.
- Dealing with real estate held solely by the deceased, or as tenants in common.
- Accessing shares over a certain value, usually $50,000.
- Dealing with Superannuation that is payable to the estate.
You can determine whether Probate is required in the ACT by:
- Contacting asset holders and asking whether they require a Grant of Probate in order for you to deal with the estate.
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- If there are minimal assets, you may only need to produce a certified copy of the Will and death certificate.
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- Contacting Probate Consultants for a Free Consultation regarding the estate.
- Speaking with a Probate Lawyer.
Probate is not required in the ACT when asset holders will release the deceased person’s assets without the need for a Grant issued by the Supreme Court. There is no legal requirement to obtain a Grant of Probate to administer a deceased estate in the ACT.
Please Note: Probate may also be necessary to perform other duties in relation to finalising a deceased person’s estate, including making contact with the ATO regarding tax returns or dealing with liabilities such as mortgages.