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Estate Lawyer in Singapore
An estate lawyer helps individuals manage and distribute their assets through wills, trusts, and probate services. Estate planning ensures that wealth is protected and passed on according to one’s wishes, while probate lawyers assist families with estate administration after a loved one’s passing. Our estate lawyers at DLLC provide legal expertise in will drafting, estate disputes, and inheritance matters, ensuring smooth legal processes and compliance with Singapore’s laws.
Estate Planning & Probate in Singapore
Estate planning involves organizing and securing assets for future generations, while probate is the legal process of administering a deceased person’s estate. DLLC’s estate lawyers guide clients through will creation, trust setup, and probate applications, ensuring assets are managed and distributed efficiently while avoiding unnecessary legal disputes.
Why Hire a Estate Lawyer?
Managing estate matters without legal guidance can lead to disputes, delays, and unintended asset distribution. A wills and estate lawyer in Singapore, such as those at DLLC, ensures that estate documents are legally valid and that probate proceedings are handled efficiently. From drafting wills to applying for Grant of Probate or Letters of Administration, estate lawyers provide crucial legal support to protect your financial legacy.
Key benefits of hiring an estate lawyer include:
- Ensuring legally valid wills – Drafting wills that meet legal requirements and minimise disputes.
- Probate and estate administration – Helping families navigate the legal process of distributing assets.
- Trust establishment and asset protection – Structuring estates to secure assets and minimise taxation.
- Estate dispute resolution – Handling contested wills and legal conflicts among beneficiaries.
- Guidance on intestate succession – Advising families on asset distribution if no will exists.
DLLC’s estate lawyers provide expert legal services to individuals, executors, and beneficiaries, ensuring a seamless estate planning and probate process.
Will Writing & Estate Planning
A will is a legal document outlining how assets should be distributed after death. Without a will, assets are divided under Singapore’s Intestate Succession Act, which may not align with personal wishes. DLLC’s estate lawyers draft legally binding wills that prevent disputes and protect beneficiaries.
Trusts & Asset Protection
A trust is a financial structure that holds and manages assets for beneficiaries. Trusts help protect wealth, reduce tax liabilities, and provide controlled asset distribution. DLLC’s estate lawyers assist in setting up family trusts, charitable trusts, and business succession plans.
Grant of Probate & Letters of Administration
A Grant of Probate is required when an executor administers a will, while Letters of Administration apply if a person dies intestate (without a will). DLLC’s probate lawyers assist executors and administrators in fulfilling their legal duties.
Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) & Advance Medical Directive (AMD)
An LPA authorizes a trusted individual to manage financial and personal matters if someone becomes mentally incapacitated. An AMD sets medical preferences in case of critical illness. DLLC’s estate lawyers guide clients in preparing these essential legal documents.
Estate Dispute Resolution & Litigation
Estate disputes can arise from will contests, beneficiary disagreements, and executor misconduct. DLLC’s estate litigation lawyers represent clients in inheritance disputes, helping resolve conflicts and ensure fair asset distribution.
HOW LONG DOES THE
Probate Process Take?
The probate process timeline varies depending on the complexity of the estate. On average, obtaining a Grant of Probate or Letters of Administration in Singapore takes 3 to 6 months, but contested estates or legal disputes may extend the process.
Factors that impact probate duration include:
- Size and complexity of the estate – Large estates with multiple assets take longer to distribute.
- Will validity and disputes – Contested wills or legal challenges can delay asset distribution.
- Court and document processing – Verifying assets, debts, and legal documents may take time.
DLLC’s probate lawyers ensure a smooth, legally compliant probate process, minimising delays and securing rightful inheritance for beneficiaries.
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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Frequently Asked Questions
What does an estate lawyer do?
An estate lawyer helps individuals draft wills, establish trusts, manage probate, and protect assets. DLLC’s estate lawyers ensure that assets are distributed correctly and that legal disputes are minimized.
What happens if someone dies without a will in Singapore?
If a person dies without a will, their assets are distributed according to the Intestate Succession Act, prioritizing family members in a fixed order. DLLC’s estate lawyers help families navigate intestate succession.
How much does it cost to hire an estate lawyer in Singapore?
Estate legal fees vary based on services provided. Will drafting, probate applications, and trust setup have different costs. DLLC offers transparent pricing to ensure clients understand their legal fees.
Can a will be contested in Singapore?
Yes, wills can be contested if there is suspicion of fraud, undue influence, or lack of mental capacity when the will was made. DLLC’s estate litigation lawyers handle disputes to protect beneficiaries’ rights.
How do I apply for a Grant of Probate or Letters of Administration?
To obtain a Grant of Probate, executors must submit legal documents to the Family Justice Courts. If there is no will, family members must apply for Letters of Administration. DLLC’s estate lawyers assist in these applications efficiently.
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