Deceased Estates

Deceased estates come into existence when a person dies and has property left behind, or a document which is a will or purports to be a will. Such estates must then be administered and distributed by the terms of the deceased's will. A deceased estate can take anything from five months to several years to finalise. It largely depends on the size or structure of the deceased's estates, assets and liabilities. Any person that has control or possession of any property or a will of the deceased can report the death by lodging a completed death aware with the standing Master.

How to Clam A Deceased's Estate

1. You have to confirm what the deceased person owed you before the day of death and have relevant proof thereof, such as bills or contracts.
2. Find the court that is handling the probate exceedings
3. Take the proof you have gathered to the correct court
4. There will be a claim form handed to you by the court which will have to be filled in before any further steps can be taken.
5. After you have filed in the form, take it to the probate court and wait for a response.