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Caveats – How to Stop a Grant of Probate
A Grant of Probate officially appoints Executors, empowering them to undertake the administration of an Estate, for example the closing of the deceased’s bank accounts, or the sale of their property.
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Because of the authority granted by the Grant of Probate to an Executor, those contesting a Will may be keen to ensure that an Executor is delayed in being able to obtain such, pending the outcome of their challenge.
What is a Caveat?
- A caveat is a legal notice filed with the Probate Registry to stop a Grant of Probate from being sealed.
- A caveat remains in effect for six months and will automatically end unless renewed prior to the end of the period.
- The purpose of a caveat is to afford you time to take advice on the merits of your claim/s and undertake any investigatory work to support these.
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