Protecting Estates and Beneficiaries
Probate and Estate Administration in Nigeria
Legal guidance for Wills, Grants of Probate, Letters of Administration, estate assets, beneficiary interests, family settlements and succession-related property matters.
Who We Support
Legal support structured around your circumstances
Executors named in a Will
Spouses, children and other potential administrators
Beneficiaries concerned about estate assets
Diaspora families administering estates in Nigeria
Scope of Assistance
What the firm can help you address
The precise engagement is confirmed after conflict checks and an initial review of your facts and documents.
Risks to Address Early
Avoid preventable legal exposure
- Dealing with estate property before lawful authority is obtained
- Omitting assets, liabilities or eligible beneficiaries
- Unclear family authority and competing applications
- Selling or transferring estate property without proper documentation
Useful Documents
Prepare for an efficient review
- Death certificate and the original Will, if any
- Identification and relationship evidence for applicants
- List of assets, liabilities, banks and landed property
- Marriage, birth and other relevant family records
Engagement Process
A clear path from enquiry to action
Confirm the death, family structure, Will status and known assets
Identify the appropriate Probate Registry and applicants
Prepare, obtain and regularise the required documents
Support administration, transmission, distribution or dispute resolution
Professional Leadership
Led by Charles Chukwuma Nkwoka, Esq.
Managing Partner · LL.B · B.L · LL.M · CMC · FIMC · AICMC · ACIArb · KSM · Notary Public
Charles Chukwuma Nkwoka, Esq. is the Managing Partner of Chaman Law Firm and a Nigerian legal practitioner known for property law, commercial advisory, dispute resolution and practical counsel for local and diaspora clients.
Frequently Asked Questions
Important points before you proceed
What happens when someone dies without a Will?+
The estate is generally administered through Letters of Administration under the applicable succession framework. The correct applicants and distribution rules depend on the facts and jurisdiction.
Can a diaspora family handle probate remotely?+
Yes, substantial preparation and representation may be handled remotely. Any personal attendance, oath, biometrics or original-document requirement will be identified during the matter.
Can estate property be sold immediately after death?+
A sale should not proceed without confirming who has lawful authority to represent the estate and whether the required probate or administration steps have been completed.
Ready to discuss your matter?
Send a confidential enquiry, call the office or use WhatsApp. The firm will review the request and confirm the appropriate consultation or engagement pathway.
This page provides general information and does not constitute legal advice or guarantee an outcome. Advice and representation depend on conflict checks, document review, applicable law and a written engagement.