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Wills and probate

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Making a will

Determine what happens to your property and possessions after your death

Your right to refuse future medical treatment

Find out how to make an advance decision to refuse medical treatment in future

What is probate?

Definitions of probate and related terms, including grant of probate, letters of administration, executors, administrators, and grant of confirmation

What to do if there is no will

Steps to take if someone dies without making a will (intestate), who will deal with the estate and who will inherit under intestacy laws

Legal access to a deceased person's money

Rules and regulations for 'executors' and 'administrators' dealing with the 'estate' (money and property) and debts of a deceased person

Applying for probate

Applying for a grant of probate or letters of administration when someone dies, forms you need to complete and next steps

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