Practice Area
Probate & Estate Administration
Wills, letters of administration, and estate distribution for families settling a loved one's affairs under Sarawak's native and civil law framework.
How We Help
What to expect from Your Firm Name
When someone passes away, their family often needs to apply for probate or letters of administration before assets such as property, bank accounts, or a business interest can be dealt with. We guide executors and next-of-kin through the paperwork required by the High Court, including situations involving Sarawak's native customary land and mixed civil-law estates.
Frequently Asked
Common questions
- What happens if a person dies without a will in Sarawak?
- Where there is no valid will, the estate is distributed under the Distribution Act 1958 (as it applies in Sarawak) and, for native customary land, relevant native adat provisions, and the family will usually need to apply for letters of administration before assets can be transferred.
- How long does obtaining a grant of probate usually take?
- Timelines vary with the size and complexity of the estate, but a straightforward estate with a valid will commonly takes several months from filing to the grant being issued.
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