Probate and estate administration lawyers in Singapore

When someone close to you has died, the estate still has to be dealt with. We take executors and families through the application to the court and the administration that follows, and act where an estate is in dispute.

General information on probate and estate administration in Singapore, not legal advice. For advice on your own circumstances, speak with one of our lawyers.

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How we work

Handled by a partner

Estate work is led by Lim Shu Fen, a full member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP) whose STEP certificates in the administration of estates and trusts and in cross-border estates were awarded with distinction.

Contentious and non-contentious

We handle straightforward applications as well as disputes. Shu Fen acted in an appeal on the duties executors owe to the beneficiaries of an estate, UVJ v UVH [2020] SGCA 49.

With or without a will

We act on applications for a Grant of Probate where there is a will and for Letters of Administration where there is not.

What we advise on

From the first application to the court through to distributing the estate.

  • Grants of Probate
  • Grants of Letters of Administration
  • Re-sealing of foreign grants
  • Estate administration
  • Estate accounts and disputes over the administration of an estate

Fees

We explain how your matter will be charged before any work begins.

Grant of ProbateApplication where the deceased left a will.To be confirmed
Letters of AdministrationApplication where there is no will.To be confirmed
Disputes over an estateAdvice and representation where an estate is contested.Quoted after review

Every engagement includes

  • An explanation of what the application involves
  • Preparation and filing of the court documents
  • Updates at each stage

You will have a clear figure at your consultation before you commit to anything.

Where to begin

Tell us a little about the estate and whether there is a will. We will explain what the application involves and the documents you will need.

Have questions?

Send us a quick note below and let's figure things out together.

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