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Question 1
A testator dies leaving a valid will that names a sole executor. The executor formally renounces probate in writing before intermeddling. The will leaves the entire residuary estate to an adult niece absolutely. Which person has first priority to apply for a grant of letters of administration with will annexed under Rule 20 of the Non-Contentious Probate Rules 1987?
Correct Answer:
The adult residuary legatee absolutely entitled
Question 2
An intestate deceased dies leaving a surviving spouse and two adult children. Under Rule 22 of the Non-Contentious Probate Rules 1987, who has the top priority to apply for a grant of letters of administration?
Correct Answer:
The surviving spouse
Question 3
What is the maximum number of personal representatives to whom probate or letters of administration may be granted in respect of the same estate under Section 114 of the Senior Courts Act 1981?
Correct Answer:
Four
Question 4
An intestate deceased leaves an estate valued at £800,000, and one of the entitled beneficiaries is a seven-year-old child. Under Section 114 of the Senior Courts Act 1981, what is the minimum number of administrators required for the grant of letters of administration (assuming no trust corporation is acting)?
Correct Answer:
Two administrators
Question 5
What is the primary legal effect of entering a caveat at the Probate Registry under Rule 44 of the Non-Contentious Probate Rules 1987?
Correct Answer:
It prevents any grant of representation from issuing without notice to the caveator for six months
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Prepare with the STEP AdvCert Estates (E&W) Practice Questions - STEP Advanced Certificate in Administration of Estates - England and Wales Exam practice quiz. This question bank includes 100 questions covering estate, deceased, administration, probate, and death. Use it to review important concepts, identify knowledge gaps, and build confidence for the related exam, course, or assessment.

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STEP AdvCert Estates (E&W) Practice Questions - STEP Advanced Certificate in Administration of Estates - England and Wales Exam

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