Proactive estate planning will help manage delays at master

Consider what precautionary measures you can take as service delivery is under strain
Most of us will not have any dealings with the master of the high court until the passing away of a loved one. Unfortunately, as with many government departments and institutions in SA, the master’s office is experiencing severe service delivery issues.
The master of the high court falls under the department of justice & constitutional development. It is responsible for the administration of deceased estates, liquidations, administration of the guardian’s fund, protecting the interests of minors and the registration and supervision of trusts.