Compassionate Estate Services: Guiding You Through Difficult Times
Roy Bregman’s 50+ Years of Expertise at Your Service Dealing with a loved one’s estate is challenging. At Bregman Moodley Attorneys, we’re here to support
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How long does the estate administration process take?
The estate administration process in South Africa typically takes between 6 months to 2 years but can extend longer in complex cases. Several factors influence
September 3, 2025
FAQS
Winding up a deceased estate Winding up a deceased estate involves several important steps. First, you report the estate to the Master of the High
September 3, 2025
Understanding the Role of the Master of the High Court in Winding Up a Deceased Estate in South Africa
The Master of the High Court plays a crucial supervisory and regulatory role in the estate administration process in South Africa. Key aspects of the
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Steps in the winding up of a deceased estate typically include the following:
Prepare all the necessary documents to report the estate to the Master of the High Court. Instruct an agent to submit the reporting documents and
September 3, 2025
What Are the Main Responsibilities of An Executor in A Deceased Estate
The role of an executor in managing a deceased estate is crucial and involves several key responsibilities: Initial Steps Meet with the deceased’s family to
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What are the differences between an executor and a representative in South Africa?
What are the differences between an executor and a representative in South Africa? Executor An executor is appointed to handle larger, more complex estates in
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What is a Liquidation and Distribution Account?
The Liquidation and Distribution Account (L&D Account) is a crucial document in the administration of a deceased estate in South Africa. It serves as a
September 3, 2025
What are the rights and responsibilities of an executor
Appointment and Authority Appointed by the Master of the High Court or named in the deceased’s will Receives a Letter of Executorship from the Master,
September 3, 2025
Landmark SCA Ruling: Social Media Defamation Law in South Africa – Harman v Strydom Explained
Written by Roy Bregman, admitted attorney with over 51 years’ experience in South African civil litigation and social media law. Introduction: Understanding the Limits of
August 27, 2025
Time Limits for Court-Ordered Debts: What Happens When Someone Dies?
Chetty v Pillay: Prescription of Judgment Debts and Estates in South African Law Learn how the High Court clarified prescription of judgment debts against estates
August 21, 2025
DR. SARAH-LYNNE TENNANT – SPECIALIST ATTORNEY CONSULTANT
Meet Dr. Sarah-lynn Tennant, our go-to authority on Consumer Law. Dr. Sarah-Lynn Tennant is a distinguished legal academic, educator, and author whose career spans over
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