The Letter of Authority for Deceased is a crucial document in estate administration under English and Welsh law. It is typically used when a representative needs to communicate with organizations holding the deceased's assets or managing their affairs. This document becomes necessary immediately after death, often before probate is granted, and can be used for various purposes from closing accounts to gathering information about assets. While not a substitute for probate in all cases, many institutions accept this letter for smaller estates or specific transactions.
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1. Date: Current date of the letter
2. Addressee Details: Name and address of the institution being addressed
3. Deceased's Details: Full name, last known address, and date of death of the deceased
4. Author's Details: Full name and contact details of the person writing the letter
5. Relationship Declaration: Statement of relationship to the deceased and authority to act
6. Request Statement: Clear statement of what is being requested
7. Signature Block: Space for signature of the author with full name printed below
1. Account/Reference Numbers: Any relevant account or reference numbers when dealing with specific accounts or services
2. Death Certificate Reference: Details of the death certificate when specifically required by the institution
3. Probate Reference: Details of probate if granted and required by the institution
1. Death Certificate: Certified copy of the death certificate
2. Proof of Identity: Copy of ID document of the person writing the letter
3. Grant of Probate: Copy of the grant of probate if obtained
4. Letters of Administration: Copy of letters of administration if applicable when there is no will
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