Find the original, not a copy
Probate normally requires the original will. If only a photocopy can be found, say so early — it changes the procedure and the cost.
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Making a will, dealing with the estate of someone who has died, and disputes over an estate.
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Overseas assets change everything
Property or accounts outside Hong Kong may need a separate process in that country. Mention them at the start rather than after the fee is agreed.
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General information about how these matters usually work in Hong Kong. Not legal advice, and not specific to your situation.