after death admin
What is probate?
Probate is a court process that gives an executor formal authority to administer a deceased person’s estate when a grant of probate is required.
In Queensland, a grant of probate is issued by the Supreme Court of Queensland when there is a valid Will and the executor named in it is applying for authority to administer the estate.
Probate is not automatically required for every estate. Whether a grant is needed can depend on the assets involved and the requirements of organisations such as banks or other institutions.
Probate is separate from the funeral process itself. If you need to deal with an estate, the Queensland Courts provide current information about probate and other grants of administration. For legal advice about a particular estate, speak with a qualified legal practitioner.