A loved one passes away and instead of peace, the family is thrown into confusion.
Bank accounts are frozen. Land/houses cannot be sold or transferred. Businesses become stagnant.
Everyone believes they have a right, but no one has the legal authority to act.
This is where you need a Letter of Administration.
A Letter of Administration is a court-issued document that authorizes qualified family members to legally manage and distribute the property/assets of a person who died without leaving a Will.
Without it, dealing with the late person’s property, investments or business interests can become difficult, delayed or even unlawful.
Many families make the big mistake of relying on oral agreements or family meetings.
But the law does not recognize emotions as legal authority. It recognizes properly issued legal documents.
The process involves strict legal requirements, court procedures and supporting documentation.
Whether you are in Nigeria or in the diaspora, if a loved one dies without a Will, do not rush into sharing or selling his/her property.
First, get proper legal guidance.
An experienced Property and Business Lawyer will guide you through the entire process, protect the estate from complications and ensure the assets are lawfully administered.
Apex Chambers advises that estate administration is about preserving families, protecting legacies and ensuring that what a loved one worked for does not become the cause of lasting conflict.
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