Probate and succession lawyers in Mumbai

Probate or letters of administration

Probate is granted to the executor named in a will and confirms that the will is valid. Letters of administration are granted when there is no will, or when the will names no executor who can act. Banks, societies and land authorities often ask for a grant before they will transfer assets, and whether one is needed in a particular case depends on the will, the assets and the law that applies.

Testamentary petitions for Mumbai are filed on the Testamentary and Intestate jurisdiction of the Bombay High Court.

What the firm handles

• Petitions for probate and letters of administration
• Succession certificates for debts, deposits and securities
• Legal heir documentation and affidavits
• Transmission of society shares and flats to heirs or nominees
• Transfer of property, bank accounts and shares after the grant
• Drafting of wills
• Caveats and contested testamentary matters

Documents to bring

The death certificate, the original will if there is one, details of the legal heirs, and a list of the assets with supporting papers such as share certificates, bank statements, property documents and the society share certificate.

Common questions

General information only. It is not legal advice for your situation.