When a person dies without leaving a valid will, their estate must go through a legal process known as **intestate succession** under the Law of Succession Act (Cap 160). The first step is to apply for **Letters of Administration**.
The applicant (usually a close relative) must file a **petition for letters of administration intestate** at the High Court or Magistrate’s Court (depending on estate value). The petition lists all heirs and assets and is supported by the deceased’s death certificate.
After filing, a **gazette notice** is published for 30 days to allow objections. If none are filed, the court grants **letters of administration**, allowing the administrator to collect, manage, and eventually distribute the estate. The administrator must later apply for **confirmation of grant**, showing how assets will be divided.
Our firm guides families through this process — from filing petitions to distributing property fairly and lawfully — helping avoid family disputes and unnecessary delays.
