Wills & Estates
The effective administration of Estates, Wills, and Trusts plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth execution of an individual's testamentary wishes and the proper management of their assets after death. Duties encompass various legal and administrative tasks, guided by relevant laws and principles. We will attend to the following:
1. Drafting legally binding documents such as Wills and Trusts, tailored to their specific needs and preferences while adhering to pertinent state laws. This involves careful consideration of estate planning strategies to minimize tax liabilities and ensure the orderly distribution of assets.
2. Guidance to the executor or trustee through the probate process, if applicable, which involves validating the Will, identifying and valuing assets, paying debts and taxes, and distributing assets to beneficiaries according to the terms of the Will or Trust. They ensure compliance with probate laws and court procedures, resolving any disputes that may arise among heirs or beneficiaries.
3. Providing counsel to fiduciaries regarding their duties and responsibilities, including investment management, accounting, and reporting requirements. They may also oversee the administration of ongoing trusts, ensuring that trustees fulfil their obligations prudently and in accordance with the Trust instrument and relevant laws.
Pricing of Wills & Estates Services
Consultation : R850.00
Opening of file : R350.00
Obtaining letter of executorship : R2,500.00
Winding up of the estate : 3,5% gross value of estate exclusive of disbursements
Drafting of simple will : R850.00
Drafting of complex will : R1,700.00
Estate planning : R9,500.00
Trust registration and management : R15,500.00
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