Probate of Will
Court proof of a will, so the executor can transfer the estate.
About this service
Probate is the court's certification that a will is genuine. It is mandatory for wills made in Mumbai, Kolkata and Chennai, and often demanded elsewhere by banks and registrars. Includes the petition, citations to heirs, publication and appearances. Court fee, stamp duty and government fees are extra, at actuals.
What you get
- Review of the will and the estate
- Probate petition and affidavit of assets
- Citations to legal heirs and publication
- Appearances until probate is granted (uncontested)
How it works
- 1
Review
A lawyer checks the will and the estate.
- 2
Petition
Filed with the schedule of assets.
- 3
Citations
Heirs notified and notice published.
- 4
Probate
Granted, so the executor can transfer assets.
Documents you will need
- Original will
- Death certificate of the testator
- Details and valuation of assets
- Details of legal heirs and witnesses to the will
Scans or clear photographs are fine. The lawyer handling your matter will tell you if anything else is needed once they have seen your papers.
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