Case Studies

When Resealing Probate Is Only the Beginning

When Hong Kong Probate Resealing Is Only the Beginning Hong Kong Probate Resealing: Case Overview International estate administration often involves far more than obtaining probate in the deceased’s home jurisdiction. This case demonstrates how administering an overseas shareholding required more than two years of coordination between UK solicitors, Hong Kong legal advisers, registrars, stockbrokers and […]

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Escheatment

Recovering Escheated Assets When Names Change

Recovering Escheated Assets When Names Change Differences between a beneficiary’s former and current names can create significant difficulties when recovering escheated US assets. In an escheatment claim, however, even an ordinary change of name can create a significant evidential challenge. This issue is particularly important for individuals recovering escheated US assets, as proper documentation is

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