Should I write my own will or use a DIY kit?

Whilst there are a whole heap of DIY resources available out there from post office services to online DIY kits, many of them make us cringe. A DIY will is like pulling your teeth out with a pair of pliers instead of going to the dentist. As one of the most important...

What happens if I die without a will?

As you may not be around when this happens, we thought it might be nice to let you know. Passing away without a Last Will and Testament is known as “dying intestate” (not interstate) and can be very complicated, expensive and emotionally frustrating for many people...

Who to nominate as Executor of a will and what does an Executor do?

When making a will, we constantly get asked by our clients what the Executor of a will does and who they should nominate to be their Executor. What does an Executor of a will do? Think of the Executor of your last will and testament as the Administrator or Manager or...

Why do lawyers have to witness certain documents and provide independent legal advice on them ?

We spend a lot of time witnessing documents and providing independent legal advice on behalf of clients and often get asked why such a process is required. Witnessing someone’s signature on a legal document such as a Guardianship document ensures that this document is...

Who is entitled to see the will of a deceased person?

When a loved one passes away there are often many people who suddenly appear out of the woodwork wanting to see a copy of the will. We often come across clients who encounter long lost relatives and people they never knew existed turning up and demanding to see the...