The Importance of Having a Valid Will
Do you have a valid Will? Does your Will accurately reflect your wishes for the distribution of your Estate?
Every person over the age of 18 should have a Will whether your wealth is nominal or vast. Your circumstances may change unexpectedly either by winning the lottery or some other windfall. Or, your assets grow and your wealth creeps up. Too often, people die without a Will and their Estate is not distributed according to their wishes.
A simple Will is useful when assets are few and there are no complex family relationships. But when there are considerations to be made such as guardianship for children, trusts, dependents who may require protection, or beneficiaries who are married to gold diggers a lawyer will advise and guide you to ensure you have a Will in place that will distribute your assets as you wish. A lawyer will check the signing of the Will to ensure that it is correctly signed in all the appropriate places to reduce the risk of it’s invalidity.
As lawyers specialising in Wills, our experienced and trusted team will help you achieve your desired goals. If you need a lawyer to create a Will that protects your loved ones and your assets or are seeking assurance that your Will accurately reflects your plans for the future, our Wills lawyers are here for you.
Our Wills & Estates team is led by Malcolm Campbell, who is recognised by the Law Institute of Victoria is an Accredited Specialist in Wills and Estates.
For more information contact our Wills & Estates team for advice and assistance.
The content of this article is intended to provide a general guide only. You should seek advice for your specific circumstances.