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Being an executor or an administrator isn’t easy. It takes a lot of responsibility and time. Often it is a thankless task! Can you be compensated for your time and effort? Except where: the Will (if there is one) authorises payment to you; or the beneficiaries authorise a payment; you are only entitled to be […]
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As executor, you take a lot of care and responsibility. But what, if anything, are you entitled to?
Before finalising the estate, take steps necessary to protect yourself from claims and take advantage of protections offered by the law of Western Australia.
Lawyers have had a lot of bad press over the years – much of it probably well-deserved. However, times are changing. The best modern law firms are highly focussed on providing the optimal client experience and solving their clients’ problems, generally at fixed prices.
Being an executor can be a stressful, time-consuming and sometimes difficult job. And it’s probably on top of your day-job, family and other pressures too. Consider these tips and keep your sanity.
Many executors manage the estate on an entirely unpaid (voluntary) basis. They deserve a medal. However, the time-consuming and sometimes difficult work of managing and estate can take its toll – we see many an exhausted executor.
There is a better way! Being an executor doesn’t mean you (personally) have to do everything.
Managing a deceased estate inevitably involves sorting through lots of documents. It’s a task worth doing properly as well organised documents are essential to working efficiently. Follow our five simple steps to get your documents in order.
Most of an executor’s tasks are not urgent. However, it is important to secure the deceased’s assets as soon as possible after death.
Perth Probate Centre is a service of lawyers Birman & Ride. With 35 years of service to the community, Birman & Ride is one of Western Australia’s most experienced legal practices. Wills, probate and deceased estate administration have always been core services of the firm. In addition to assisting assisted thousands of clients with straightforward probate […]
