Master the contentious probate process with a clear, practical guide to motions, summonses, and non-contentious business.
This edition presents a concise, user-friendly overview of how the High Court handles grants of probates and administrations, with a focus on motions, orders, caveats, and related procedures.
This book is designed for legal professionals needing a reliable reference to the probate practice as it stood at publication. It outlines jurisdiction, rules, and the step-by-step methods used in the Probate Division, including how to start actions, how to obtain and oppose grants, and the preparation of affidavits and other supporting materials. The work draws together the relevant statutes and rules, offering commentary that helps practitioners navigate both historical and current procedures.
- Clear explanations of the Court’s jurisdiction in probate matters and the role of non-contentious vs. contentious business.
- Practical guidance on motions for decrees, motions for orders, and handling attachments.
- Detailed treatment of caveats, citations, service, and the use of affidavits in probate cases.
- Discussion of the complete process from commencement of action to judgment, including forms and procedural rules.
Ideal for readers of antique and practical probate law, researchers seeking historical context, and legal professionals who need a compact, on-the-shelf reference to the Contentious Probate Practice.