06/09/2026
Meaning of Probate:
When a person passes away, leaving behind his estate, an application will lie to the Surrogate Court for probate grant. Probate verifies who the beneficiaries as well as executors of the estate.
If the deceased person has left behind a will, then the court investigates whether the will in question is the decedent’s final will. The court will also delve into the circumstances of the creation of that will. For instance, if the said will was in his right frame of mind and without any duress. Thus, for the probate process to end successfully if the court is satisfied.
– the genuineness of the will and
– the genuineness of the legal heirs
The probate process takes about 3 to 4 months.
If the person dies without leaving any will, the process for verification of the beneficiaries is similar to probate. Called letters of administration, it takes similar time for granted.