CONTESTING OR DEFENDING A WILL

Helping you to contest or defend your loved ones Will.

Unfortunately, there are times when an estate dispute arises. This may be because a family member feels that they have not been left with adequate provision out of the deceased’s estate, or someone close to the deceased feels that the Will they made may not be valid. We are able to provide you with advice in relation to contesting a Will or defending a claim against a Will.

We understand that losing a loved one is already a difficult time and that can be made harder by an estate dispute. We therefore always strive to provide our clients with sound legal advice in a caring environment.

Our specialists in contested wills can advise you on:

Defending a Will
Defending a Will can be stressful and complex, make sure you get proper advice to avoid unnecessary stress and delay.
Contesting a Will
If you feel that you have been unfairly left out of a Will you may be able to make a claim for provision. Maybe you feel that the last Will of the deceased is not valid and that its validity should be challenged. If you are in this situation it’s important to seek prompt legal advice to see whether you have grounds to bring a claim.

Our Estate Solicitors

Recent News

Changing Your Child’s Surname After Separation: What You Need to Know

Family Law, News

Changing a child's surname after separation can be challenging, and the Court takes several factors into account when making this decision...

Understanding how Capital Gains Tax applies to Inherited Jewellery

When inheriting jewellery, you might be surprised to learn it can be subject to Capital Gains Tax (CGT), just like other valuable items such as artwork, coins, and antiques. Here’s how CGT can apply to inherited jewellery, and what you need to know to manage it.

Domestic Abuse and Coercive Control: an alert for Solicitors, Guardians and Carers

Aged Care, News

The law in NSW has evolved to improve a person’s autonomy and defend their decision-making rights. As a cognitive responsive law firm, Southern Waters Legal is at the forefront of responding to these changes, consistently looking for ways to support our client's decision-making as they age....

CONTACT US

PHONE

EMAIL