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14/10/2026

Intestacy in Queensland: What Happens When You Die Without a Will

When someone dies without a valid will in Queensland, they've died intestate. Rather than the deceased's wishes deciding who inherits, a fixed statutory formula in the Succession Act 1981 (Qld) does — and it may not match what the person would have chosen. This guide explains who inherits under Queensland's intestacy rules, who can apply to administer the estate, and how to avoid intestacy altogether.

What Does "Intestate" Mean?
A person dies intestate if they die without a valid will at all, or if their will doesn't deal with their entire estate (a "partial intestacy"). Common causes include:
• Never making a will in the first place.
• A will being found invalid — for example, it wasn't signed and witnessed correctly, or the will-maker lacked testamentary capacity.
• A will being revoked (including automatically, in some cases, by marriage) without a new one being made.
• A will that doesn't cover all of the deceased's assets, leaving the remainder to be distributed under the intestacy rules.

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Intestacy in Queensland: Dying Without a Will
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29/09/2026

QLD Probate Search: How to Find Grants, Wills & Notices

The following guide explains exactly what you can search for, where to look, and how to get a certified copy once you've found what you need.

What Can You Search For?
It helps to understand the difference between the two main things people search for:

1. A Notice of Intention to apply for a grant of representation — A public notice that is published prior to filing an application for a grant of representation (probate or letters of administration) wherein an entitled individual announces their intention to apply for a grant of probate or letters of administration.
2. A grant of representation — The grant of probate or letters of administration itself granted to either the executor or administrator by the QLD Supreme Court.

Searching for a Notice of Intention to Apply for a Grant (2012–Present)

A Notice of Intention (NOI) to apply for a grant of probate or letters of administration is published in the Queensland Law Reporter (QLR) prior to filing an application for a grant of representation with the Court. NOIs announce an executor or administrator’s intention to apply for a grant of representation in a deceased estate. Once published the applicant must wait a minimum of two (2) weeks before they can file their application with the court.

To ascertain whether an NOI has been published in a deceased estate you can search through the Public Notices Database on the Queensland Reports website.

Here you can select the type of notice you are searching for (in this case, a probate notice) and search using the deceased’s name.

Please note, that this database only contains notices published from 2012 onwards.

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07/09/2026

How long does probate take in Queensland?

One of the most common questions executors ask after the death of a loved one is: "How long does probate take in Queensland?"

Unfortunately, there is no single answer that applies to every estate.
The time required to obtain probate in Queensland depends on several factors, including the complexity of the estate, the quality of the documents submitted to the Court, whether any issues arise during the application process, and the workload of the Supreme Court of Queensland at the time the application is lodged.

For a straightforward estate, probate is often obtained within a matter of weeks after the application is filed. However, the entire probate process, from gathering documents through to receiving the Grant of Probate, can take several months.

Understanding the typical probate timeline can help executors plan ahead, manage expectations, and avoid unnecessary delays.

This guide explains each stage of the Queensland probate process, the factors that affect timing, and what executors can do to help the application progress as efficiently as possible.

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https://qldprobate.com.au/probate-how-long-does-it-take/

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Phone: 07 3739 4200
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.qldprobate.com.au

28/04/2026

Probate in QLD – Know When to Get Legal Help

Estate administration can be complex. Discover how probate law operates in Queensland, when probate or letters of administration are required, and how skilled probate lawyers can support you through the process with clarity and confidence.

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https://qldprobate.com.au/probate-law-in-queensland-when-you-need-legal-help/

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24/04/2026

Managing a deceased estate can feel complex and stressful. Our experienced probate lawyers guide executors through the probate process, helping streamline administration and minimise unnecessary delays.

Get clear, practical legal support from start to finish.

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22/04/2026

When there is no valid Will or no Executor available, letters of administration may be required before an estate can be dealt with. Our latest article explains:

• Who is eligible to apply
• How the process works under probate law
• When it’s important to speak with a probate lawyer

Understanding the steps early can help avoid delays and complications.

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https://qldprobate.com.au/letters-of-administration-in-queensland-who-can-apply/

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