Letters of Administration & probate in Lagos, handled with care

When a loved one passes, we take the registry paperwork off your hands — so the family can access the estate without the queues, confusion and delays.

Fixed fees from ₦500,000 · Typical timeline: Typically 3–6 months, registry-dependent
From the team behind LawPàdí — trusted legal information for Nigerians since 2015 · Featured in TechCabal, Techpoint Africa, Disrupt Africa & Nairametrics

How it works

1

Tell us your situation

Tell us about the deceased, the estate and the next of kin — takes 2 minutes on the form below or on WhatsApp.

2

We handle everything

We prepare the papers and manage the Probate Registry — filings, registry visits, follow-ups. We send progress updates; you never queue anywhere.

3

You get your result

We follow the application through to the grant — you receive your sealed Letters of Administration or Grant of Probate, with every document properly done.

Clear pricing. No surprises.

Probate & Letters of Administration
from ₦500,000
  • Assessment of the estate and who may apply
  • Preparation and filing of all registry documents
  • Liaison with the Probate Registry on your behalf
  • Guidance on the inventory, sureties and bank letters
  • Updates at every stage until the grant is issued

Official/registry fees are quoted separately where they apply — we tell you the full amount before you commit.

Common questions

What is the difference between probate and Letters of Administration?

If the deceased left a valid Will, the executors apply for a Grant of Probate. If there was no Will, the next of kin apply for Letters of Administration. We handle both.

Who can apply for Letters of Administration?

Usually the closest surviving family — spouse and children first, then other relatives — subject to the applicable law. We'll confirm who is entitled in your case before filing.

How long does it take and why?

Most matters take 3–6 months. Timelines depend on the Probate Registry, the completeness of documents, and whether the estate value requires sureties or newspaper publication.

What documents will I need?

Typically the death certificate, IDs of the administrators, details of the assets and next of kin. We give you a simple checklist and prepare everything else.

Can the bank release funds before the grant?

Generally no — banks require the grant before releasing a deceased person's funds. Getting the grant is exactly what this service secures for you.

Want the full legal background? Read our free guide: Probate & Letters of Administration — the complete LawPàdí guide

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