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SMITH John – Estate of
013456
Telephone Attendance ▾
Spoke with client regarding probate timeline. Advised 6-8 weeks for grant. Client confirmed executor details... |
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📂 013456 SMITH John – Estate of
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Smith & Associates
Matter No. 013456
Client SMITH John
Matter Type Estate of
Date 8 January 2026 at 2:34 PM
Author J. Smith
TELEPHONE ATTENDANCE
Spoke with client regarding probate timeline.

Advised that the grant of probate typically takes 6-8 weeks from lodgement. Client confirmed executor details are correct as per the will dated 15 March 2024.

Action: Prepare probate application for review.
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Filename convention

2026-01-08 – Telephone Attendance – Estate of SMITH John.pdf

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