Administrator of a Letter of Administration

What is the correct term used for the administrator of the Letter of administration (in Singapore) of a deceased?

The correct term used for the administrator of a Letter of Administration in Singapore is simply an administrator (or a personal representative). [1]

Key Details

Administrator: The person appointed by the Family Justice Courts of Singapore to manage and distribute a deceased person's estate when there is no valid will (intestate). [1, 2, 3]
Personal Representative: A broader legal term that covers both an administrator (for intestacy) and an executor (when there is a valid will). [1, 2]

Main Duties

Collect all the assets of the deceased.
Pay off any outstanding debts and expenses.
Distribute the remaining assets to the rightful beneficiaries under the Intestate Succession Act or relevant laws. [1, 2, 3, 4]

Singapore Courts

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MyLegacy@LifeSG

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PKWA Law

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Circular Law Chambers

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A.W. Law LLC

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IRB Law LLP

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