If you want to contest a will in NSW, there are time restrictions that you must adhere to. In NSW, an application for a family provision order by an eligible person must be made not later than 12 months after the date of the death of the deceased person, unless the court otherwise orders on sufficient […]

Only an ‘eligible person’ can contest a will in New South Wales (NSW). ‘Eligible person’ is defined in section 57 of the Succession Act 2006 (NSW) and includes a spouse, de facto partner, child, former spouse, a wholly or partly dependent grandchild or member of the deceased’s household, or those with whom the deceased person was living in

In NSW, a person can leave their assets to anyone they choose when they die, in other words, the person has “testamentary freedom.” In some circumstances, however, the law can interfere with the deceased’s testamentary freedom and effectively rewrite the terms of the deceased’s will by altering the distribution of the deceased’s estate. This is

Guide to Contest a Will in NSW Discover your rights and options in contesting a will in NSW with our expert guide, detailing the legal provisions and processes for potentially altering a deceased’s will through a family provision order. Need help contesting a will? In New South Wales (NSW), a person can leave their assets

Taking the time upfront to prepare an effective, legally binding will helps ensure your hard-earned assets are distributed or taken care of in a way that you like. Carefully considered estate planning saves families stress and money following your passing—an already undoubtedly difficult time for them. Rather than remain uncertain that the will you have