Can An Advocate appoint administrators in a succession process?

No, an advocate cannot appoint administrators of an estate, but they can assist with the estate administration process:

·       Identifying beneficiaries: An advocate can help identify the beneficiaries and next of kin who may be entitled to share in the estate.

·       Preparing documents: An advocate can prepare and file the documents required to apply for probate or administration.

·       Advising on claims: An advocate can advise on claims made against an estate.

·       Advising on tax: An advocate can advise on tax compliance matters and post mortem planning.

·       Preparing estate accounting: An advocate can assist with the preparation of the estate accounting.