The importance of a will cannot be overstated by Estate Lawyers and Wills Solicitors. If you die without a Will, the rules of intestacy will apply. This means that the Supreme Court will appoint an executor and trustee, and your estate will be distributed in accordance with the law. Any wishes that you may have had may not be carried out. An Estate Solicitor can ensure that your will adequately reflects your testamentary wishes.
An important condition to the preparation of a will is mental capacity. A will may be challenged if it is prepared when a person does not have the appropriate mental capacity or is of unsound mind. It is important that if you are advancing in years and do not already have a Will prepared, that you get one made before any mental illness (such as Dementia or Alzheimer’s) or a serious physical illness (such as stroke) sets in.
The following are some general matters which a will can address:-
- Assignment of all assets and payment of debts
- The appointment of executors and trustees
- The appointment of guardians or caretakers
- Gifts
- Funeral wishes
You can make as detailed or as simple a will as your circumstances require. As a guide you should ensure that you have completely accounted for all your assets, whether that is real property or personal property, including land, cars, liquid funds and expensive personal items.
Many people make the mistake of underestimating the complexity of a will. A lot can go into even a simple will. There are a myriad of issues and competing priorities to consider when preparing a will.
It is always risky to attempt to draft a will yourself. Any ambiguity which arises from a will can leave it open to legal challenge and interpretation in Court, causing significant stress, angst and complexity to a time which should be left in harmony. In our experience, it is often the case that a wills or probate dispute could have easily been avoided by a clear and well devised will.
We invite you to contact our office to discuss the preparation or amendment of a will. Our Estate Lawyers offer:
- fixed fee options for simple wills, as well as discount packages if you are looking at purchasing a home or require the services of a financial planner
- free and secure storage of wills, giving you the comfort and peace of mind that your will is in a safe and easily accessible facility
- experience, quality and considerate legal guidance and assistance
Contact our office and arrange an appointment with an experienced Estate Solicitor. We have several branches offices scattered across Sydney, including in Baulkham Hills, Bondi Junction, Gordon, North Sydney and Liverpool. For a full list of our office locations, with complete addresses, click on our Locations tab above or contact our main office line on (02) 9233 4048.
- We have been operating since 2001
- We draft many Wills on a regular basis
- Very experienced in Estate Planning
- We earn client confidence and respect
- Our staff are humble and hard working
- Senior staff hold Honours Law degrees
- Senior staff personally oversee your file
- We promptly return phone calls and emails
- We have a 'can do culture' - we deliver
- We have regular repeat business
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If you require assistance with a Wills matter, you should make an appointment to see one of our Lawyers in one of the following locations:
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