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Do you need a Grant?

Do you need a Grant of Probate or Letters of Administration?

Take our quick quiz to work out whether you need to obtain a grant of Probate or Letters of Administration.

Does the estate include real estate?
Real estate means any interest in land - e.g. a home or investment property. If you are unsure, ask us to carry out a Landgate search.
Is the real estate owned as a joint tenant with another person?
Joint tenants is a type of joint ownership common between married couples and de facto partners. If you are unsure, ask us to carry out a Landgate search.
Does the estate include a financial asset valued at more than $20,000?
Are the financial assets owned jointly with another person?
Did the deceased leave a Will? *
Do any of the following circumstances apply?
  • You are unsure whether the Will was properly signed
  • You are not certain that the deceased was of full mental capacity when the Will was signed
  • You are unsure whether the Will is the last Will of the deceased or there is any evidence the deceased wished to revoke the Will
  • The Will is vague or unclear
  • There is any possibility of a dispute arising
  • Any beneficiary (a person entitled to distribution of the estate) is a minor
You will need a Grant of Probate to administer the estate.

We offer fixed price Probate applications.

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You will need a Grant of Letters of Administration to administer the estate.

We offer fixed price applications.

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It is unlikley that you need a Grant to administer the estate.

If you are unsure or would like legal advice, please contact us to book an estate administration consultation.

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We use advanced technology to prepare and finalise your Probate application in one fixed-price consultation.

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Why choose Perth Probate Centre?

Clear, compassionate probate support when you need it most.

01.
We simplify the process

Grief is hard enough. We’ll guide you step by step with practical advice and clear communication, so you always know what to expect.  Read what our clients say.

02.
We lighten the load

From paperwork to probate court, we handle the details so you can focus on what truly matters – your family and your wellbeing.

03.
We're trusted experts

With hundreds of estates managed, both big and small, we bring deep experience, legal know-how, and genuine care to every family we support.

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Need help with an estate?

Our plain-English legal guide has comprehensive and practical advice to help you to take charge and finalise the estate.

  • The duties and tasks of an executor are clearly and simply explained.
  • Helpful chapters cover every stage of the estate, from organising the funeral to making the final distributions of money and property.
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Meet our team

We specialise in probate and estate administration – it’s what we do, and we’ve been doing it for over 40 years. You’re in experienced hands.

Michael Hodgkins
Legal Practitioner Director
Michael is an experienced succession and property lawyer and has served the Western Australian community as a legal practitioner for over 27 years at Curae Law.  Michael has represented clients, both in and out of court, in matters spanning……
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Nigel Siegwart
Legal Practitioner Director
Nigel leads the firm’s litigation and dispute resolution team and has experience in a wide variety of litigation matters including deceased estate litigation, family provision claims, contractual and construction disputes, trust and property matters. Nigel has an instinctive ability……
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Lucy Dickens
Legal Practitioner Director
Lucy leads our non-contentious Wills and estates team, delivering clear, compassionate, and practical advice on succession planning and estate administration. Her approach combines legal expertise with a passion for innovation, making complex processes simple and accessible for our clients…….
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Sean McMurdo
Lawyer
Sean is a dedicated lawyer within the wills and probate team, specialising in guiding individuals through the intricacies of legal matters such as wills, powers of attorney, and powers of guardianship. In the realm of estate planning, Sean offers……
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Testimonials

What our clients say

Dear Lucy, Thank you so much, that is amazing.  I was expecting to have to wait weeks. Please thank everyone concerned.
Perth Probate Centre Client
August 18, 2025
Hi Lucy, Thanks for your phenomenal work this week!   … Wishing you a fab weekend and congrats on some fabulous front office staff!
Perth Probate Centre Client
August 8, 2025
Sean, Firstly I would like to thank yourself and the rest of the staff for making this such an easy going hassle free experience. We have now finalised a lot of [relative’s] estate, once again thank you for being so understanding and easy to deal with during a difficult time. Thank you for all your help
Perth Probate Centre Client
July 4, 2025
I have received excellent service from Curae Law. I would recommend anyone to accept their services.
Rikje Barnwell
June 25, 2025
Thank you for your email and the work you have done. It was a great seamless process for me which definitely reduced the stress levels.
Perth Probate Centre Client
June 24, 2025
Thank you so much for all the work you have done for me! There aren’t many appointments I don’t get anxious attending, but yours were one where I felt calm knowing you were running the show. Your care and way you have dealt with things that needed to be done, has been very much appreciated.
Perth Probate Centre Client
June 3, 2025
Our plain-English guide How to manage a deceased estate has practical advice to help you to take charge and finalise the estate.
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