Practical articles on property law, probate, construction disputes, and more. Written for people in Trinidad and Tobago who want to understand their legal rights.
I write these notes to explain, in plain language, the questions clients ask me most often - how to deal with a loved one's estate, what is involved in buying or selling property, and how a construction dispute can be resolved. If you live overseas, you may also find my page for Trinidadians abroad helpful. None of this is legal advice, but I hope it helps you understand where you stand.
RSS FeedA step-by-step guide to applying for Letters of Administration in Trinidad: who can apply, the documents you need, the bond, the timeline, and the cost.
Living in the US and dealing with a relative's estate in Trinidad? Here is how probate and Letters of Administration work when you are abroad, and how to do it remotely.
When a foreign grant of probate can be resealed in Trinidad, which countries qualify, why a US grant cannot, and what to do instead for TT assets.
When the original will of a loved one cannot be found in Trinidad and Tobago, the law presumes the testator destroyed it. The presumption is rebuttable.
Letters of Administration in Trinidad explained: what it really is, who can apply, what the process costs, and how long it takes.
What happens when a common-law partner dies without a will? Your rights may surprise you. Here is what the law says about inheritance for cohabiting couples in Trinidad.
The real factors driving legal costs in Trinidad and Tobago - and what you can do to keep your bill manageable.