Legal Definitions - administrator's deed

An administrator's deed is a legal document that transfers ownership of property owned by a person who has died without a will (intestate). It is a type of deed, which is a written instrument used to convey land or property.

For example, if someone dies without a will and owns a house, the court may appoint an administrator to handle the estate. The administrator would then use an administrator's deed to transfer ownership of the house to the rightful heirs or beneficiaries.

Other types of deeds include:

• Warranty Deed: A deed that guarantees the seller has clear title to the property and will defend the buyer against any claims to the property.
• Quitclaim Deed: A deed that transfers any interest in a property without any guarantees or warranties.
• Grant Deed: A deed that transfers ownership of a property from one party to another, with some but not all of the usual covenants of title.