Start Basic Probate/Letters Application
Simple to-do list
- Transfer $990.00 to our trust account
- Send us a copy of the death certificate and any last will and/or any other evidence of the deceased’s last wishes.
- Book an appointment to speak with our specialist lawyer.
- Reply to our emails and complete the questionnaire we send you
- Understand that your circumstances may not be suitable for this low price basic service.
1. Transferring money to our trust account
Payment of $990.00 is required in advance. Please remit funds to –
Robert J Garvey Solicitor Trust Account
ANZ Bank 324 Queen St Brisbane
Branch (BSB) no. 014 002
Account no. 4977 71221
Swift code: ANZ BAU3M (if needed)
Be warned: computer hackers are known to impersonate lawyers to fraudulently intercept EFT payments. So you might want to telephone us or otherwise independently verify those account numbers. More importantly, if ever you are transferring a large amount (e.g. over $10,000) definitely do not act on any Internet-based electronic communication (e.g. e-mail or webpage) that asks you to transfer or deposit money without independent verification to check for authenticity.
2. Sending us a copy of any will and the death certificate
You can send this by –
- E-mail: [email protected]
- Facsimile: 0733196054
- Mail: PO Box 229 Alderley Q 4051
Caution: handle the original will with care! To avoid unnecessary requisitions from the probate court, do not damage, clip or dent the original will and please keep it in a protective sleeve.
3. The appointment
Book the appointment by contacting our office or using the online appointment maker. Allow 30-45 minutes of your time.
4. Emails and questionnaires
To use this low price basic service, you must have an e-mail address that is private and appropriate for us to use for correspondence with you. We will send you questions and your answers will form the basis of your sworn application to court. Please give your responses in good time before your appointment.
5. Understanding suitability
This low price service has evolved from the demand of certain probate clients in Queensland who are hands-on, have access to a modern home or work office, and the application is straight-forward. This limited scope service is suited to the cost-conscious estate with low-risk. If your circumstances are deemed by us to be unsuited to this service, we can instead offer higher levels of service (standard or complex) or your money back. The price of $880 inc GST is an estimate subject to our general terms.