Estate Administrator
When someone dies intestate, there is no named executor. Instead, a close relative must apply for Letters of Administration to become the Estate Administrator.
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Who Administers an Estate If There Is No Will?
When someone dies intestate, there is no named executor. Instead, a close relative must apply for Letters of Administration to become the Estate Administrator.
The Estate Administrator has legal authority to deal with the estate — but also carries legal responsibility.
What Does an Estate Administrator Do?
An Estate Administrator must:
Apply for Letters of Administration
Identify and value all assets and liabilities
Pay debts and inheritance tax
Distribute the estate according to the Rules of Intestacy
Prepare full estate accounts
Mistakes during estate administration can result in personal liability. That is why professional support is often recommended.
Who Can Apply For Letters of Administration?
There is a strict legal order of priority, usually:
Spouse or civil partner
Children
Other close relatives (in order of entitlement)
The process can feel overwhelming, particularly during a time of grief.
Need help applying for Letters of Administration?
Greenough Legal Services can guide you through the entire process or manage it on your behalf — giving you peace of mind that everything is handled correctly.
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