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Feeling overwhelmed after the death of a loved one?

Losing a loved one is never easy. You’re dealing with grief and, on top of it all, a stack of paperwork and tasks have landed on your shoulders. We can help with as much or as little of the administration as you like.

Grant of Probate

If you’re named as the executor of a Will, your first step is to obtain a Grant of Probate of the Will.

Grant of Probate

Simple, convenient and fast. Applications for Probate made at one fixed-price consultation.
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Letters of Administration

If your loved one died without a Will, your first step is to obtain a Grant of Letters of Administration.

Letters of Administration

If your loved one died without a Will and you need a grant of Letters of Administration, we can help.
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Estate administration

From getting the grant to administering the whole estate, our team can offer as much help as you need.

Estate administration

Simplify the process of administering an estate. Our tiered packages give you as much help as you need.
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We're here to guide you

A helping hand in your time of need

Losing a loved one is never easy. You’re dealing with grief and, on top of it all, a stack of paperwork and tasks have landed on your shoulders. We can help with as much or as little of the administration as you like.

Why choose us

We provide great service at competitive prices.
01.
We make it easy for you

We offer practical guidance at every step.  Read what our clients say.

02.
Share the burden

Let us take over the administrative work so you don’t have to worry.

03.
Industry experts

We’ve helped hundreds of people administer estates, both large and small.

Do you need a Grant of Probate or Letters of Administration?

A Grant gives you authority to collect the assets and administer the estate. 

Does the estate include real estate?
Real estate means any interest in land - e.g. a home or investment property. If you are unsure, ask us to carry out a Landgate search.
Is the real estate owned as a joint tenant with another person?
Joint tenants is a type of joint ownership common between married couples and de facto partners. If you are unsure, ask us to carry out a Landgate search.
Does the estate include a financial asset valued at more than $20,000?
Are the financial assets owned jointly with another person?
Did the deceased leave a Will? *
Do any of the following circumstances apply?
  • You are unsure whether the Will was properly signed
  • You are not certain that the deceased was of full mental capacity when the Will was signed
  • You are unsure whether the Will is the last Will of the deceased or there is any evidence the deceased wished to revoke the Will
  • The Will is vague or unclear
  • There is any possibility of a dispute arising
  • Any beneficiary (a person entitled to distribution of the estate) is a minor

You will need a Grant of Probate to administer the estate.

We offer fixed price Probate applications.

You will need a Grant of Letters of Administration to administer the estate.

We offer fixed price applications.

It is unlikley that you need a Grant to administer the estate.

If you are unsure or would like legal advice, please contact us to book an estate administration consultation.

Legal guide

Need help with an estate?

Our plain-English legal guide has comprehensive and practical advice to help you to take charge and finalise the estate.

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Testimonials

What our clients say

Exceptional from the start, Michael’s excellence and professionalism are top tier – I wholeheartedly recommend him and Birman & Ride. Michael’s intellect, diligence, kindness, patience and fortitude are all just incredible – I am so grateful for him and his work. He made my time of devastating grief much more manageable to bear and always made me feel at ease. I felt so happy with him right away and have been consistently happy with everything. You have my utmost gratitude and sincerest appreciation – thank you, Michael.
Ms B, Estate administration
October 25, 2023
Michael Hodgkins of Birman and Ride provided exemplary professional advice. His expertise in this specialised area of practice was outstanding. Highly recommended.
September 26, 2023
Patient and helpful with challenging issues during a distressful time. Regular updates with the processes involved.
September 23, 2023
Dear Lucy Dickens, I sincerely thank you for your dedication and commitment to the letters of administration your work is truly commendable and I appreciate your contribution. once again, I would like to thank you for your hard work and dedication.
Mr D - complex overseas estate administration matter
September 27, 2023
Prompt and professional service from Randika which was much appreciated
Mr C, application for probate
June 19, 2023
We cannot recommend Birman & Ride highly enough. Nigel and his team helped us administer our mother’s estate with compassion, good humour and above all, professionalism. His advice was spot-on and he made what seemed a difficult job for us, a lot less stressful. Thank you very much.
Chris and Daphne
June 17, 2023

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Our plain-English guide How to manage a deceased estate has practical advice to help you to take charge and finalise the estate.