Wills & Estates

If you’re aged 18 or over, having a valid Will is the best way to ensure that once you pass away, your family members and loved ones will be adequately provided for and the chances of family squabbles about your estate will be reduced.

A Will is much more than a document stating who will receive your belongings and assets after you die; it’s a valuable form of personal security that protects those nearest and dearest to you.

 

GLG Legal Spingfield Helps with Wills

Solicitors at GLG Legal Springfield are the experts in handling Will and estate cases, and will help ensure your property and possessions are distributed according to your specific wishes.

We have helped clients create and contest Wills for many years, and our knowledge and experience in this area ensures the process is as quick and stress-free as possible for you.

 

Assets Not Covered By a Will

Only assets owned exclusively by you are covered by a Will.

Examples of assets not covered by a Will include:

  • Assets held by a superannuation fund, which generally go to a dependant spouse or children.
  • Assets owned by discretionary trusts, which do not become part of your estate as they remain the property of the trust.
  • Proceeds from a life insurance policy, which are paid directly to the beneficiary nominated by the insured person, and do not form part of the deceased’s estate.
  • Assets owned by unit trusts or companies that are controlled by you, although the shares or units of such trusts and companies will be part of your estate.

 

Many of the assets that constitute an estate can be contested in a Will dispute so it’s important to get the right legal advice when preparing your Will to avoid any dispute or confusion between your beneficiaries.

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By working with us we can:

  • Make sure your Will is valid
  • Assess the size and scope of your estate
  • Assist with making or managing any type of Will dispute
  • Negotiate your best possible outcome
  • Take away the stress and worry that comes with making or contesting Wills.
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Will Dispute Fees

We’re able to offer a No Win – No Fee* cost agreement in most cases related to Will disputes. No Win – No Fee means that you do not pay any of our legal fees upfront – you only have to pay us an agreed fee if we’re successful in obtaining for you some of the estate you are entitled to.

WILL DISPUTES – NO WIN NO FEE

The death of a family member or loved one is an emotionally challenging time, especially if you feel you have been unfairly provided for in a Will or not provided for at all.

According to the law, the validity of a Will can be challenged after a person dies if:

  • They did not have the capacity to make a Will at the time they signed it
  • They made the Will under the influence of others
  • The claimant believes they are entitled to more from the deceased’s estate than they received.

 

Although the law recognises a person’s right to choose who will receive his or her property and possessions, there are often sound reasons why a person may choose to contest a Will.

If you are considering contesting a Will, there are several types of claims you need to know about.

We can help you contest a Will

A Will contains a person’s final wishes and sets out exactly what they want to happen to their assets in the event of their death. If you feel the terms in someone’s Will do not treat you fairly, there are legal courses of action you can take.

Contesting a Will can be complicated, but our team of expert estate litigation lawyers can guide you through every step of the process and fight for what’s rightfully yours.

We have helped clients contest Wills for many years, and our knowledge and experience in this area ensures the process is as quick and stress-free as possible for you.

By Enlisting our Services:

  • We can make sure your claim is viable
  • We can review the size and scope of the estate
  • We can negotiate your best possible outcome
  • We can take away the anxiety and worry.

We’re able to offer a No Win – No Fee* cost agreement in most cases related to Will disputes. No Win – No Fee means that you do not pay any of our legal fees upfront.

It’s essential that you obtain prompt legal advice about Will disputes and estate cases as there are strict timeframes governing when you can make a claim.

Whether you believe you’ve been unfairly provided for, received an unexpectedly small inheritance or have been left out of a Will altogether, contact us today for a consultation about whether you have legal grounds for financial compensation.

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