Hi all,
I am dealing with an estate where H died in 2020 and his Estate was left in its entirety to his wife, W. H left a Will appointing W as his sole Executrix. His Will states that if W is not living one month from the date of H’s death, professional Executors are appointed in her place.
W died in 2026 and her Estate is now being dealt with by professional Executors. It has come to light that a Grant was not obtained for H’s Estate but there are a few assets within his Estate which remain unadministered (small holdings in bank accounts).
My question is, if a Grant is required for H’s Estate, who is entitled to obtain this? The residuary beneficiaries of W’s Estate are her half-sisters, since the original residuary beneficiary of her Will predeceased her and there was no substitute provision.
Also, what type of Grant would be required? Is it a Grant de bonis non and would the Firm be able to sign this since we are dealing with W’s Estate and it is in our interests to ensure that H’s Estate is fully administered.
Thanks,