Document background
The Letter of Administration Form is a critical document in New Zealand's estate administration process, required when someone dies intestate or when a will's named executor is unable or unwilling to act. This document, filed with the High Court under the Administration Act 1969, enables the court to grant administration powers to an appropriate person, typically the deceased's next of kin or a person with a significant interest in the estate. The form must include comprehensive details about the deceased, their assets and liabilities, family relationships, and the proposed administrator's qualifications. It requires various supporting documents and declarations, and once granted, gives the administrator legal authority to collect assets, pay debts, and distribute the estate according to New Zealand's intestacy rules. The document must comply with specific High Court Rules 2016 requirements and may need additional schedules depending on the estate's complexity.
