Cross Border Issues in Estate Administration

In this episode of Heirs and Affairs,  Lauren Smart and Jeremy Bourke from the Clarke Willmott probate team explore the complexities of managing estates that span multiple jurisdictions.

Whether you're an individual planning your estate or an executor handling international assets, this episode offers critical insights to help navigate assets, beneficiaries or tax liabilities spread across international boundaries.

Key Topics Covered:

• How the applicable law is determined based on domicile and residence status
• The benefits and pitfalls of having multiple wills across jurisdictions.
• Critical tax considerations in cross-border estate planning
• Challenges when dealing with international assets including shares, properties, and digital assets.
• The importance of choosing the right executors and the value of a joined-up estate plan
• The impact of language barriers, legal differences, and procedural delays across borders
• Tips for estate planning to streamline probate and reduce costs

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