Are you looking for professional lawyers in Gosford to help you draft a will? Look no more. Worland Family Lawyers specialise in all family law matters. Our team has over 30 years of experience and can help you draft a clear and legally abiding will. Our principal solicitor, Jan Worland, is admitted to the Supreme Court of NSW and the High Court of Australia. So, you can rest assured that you are dealing with professionals. Jan also practices family law in the Federal Circuit and Family Court, meaning she has extensive legal experience in regional NSW and interstate areas.
Working with a family lawyer to plan your estate is essential. Legal advice will help avoid severe implications for you and your loved one. This area of family law requires an active and consistent approach to protect your assets. We know that circumstances in life are constantly shifting, and we will recommend a successful strategy to deal with your investments.
Life events and situations like marriage, the birth of a child, and divorce will affect how you wish to distribute your assets in the event of your death. Our team will help you avoid adverse consequences for the intended beneficiaries. A valid will is an effective way to ensure your estate is distributed the way you want. A will only take effect after you death. So, you can revoke and change it at any time as long as you have the mental capacity to do so.
A will takes effect after your death. However, you may require assistance during your lifetime due to health complications or mental incapacity. A Power of Attorney will help your family look after your financial affairs if this happens. An enduring power of attorney will allow someone you appoint to decide things on your behalf if you cannot. An enduring guardian will care for your health and living arrangements if you cannot.
What happens if you die without a will? If you die without a will (intestacy), 100% of your estate will be divided and allocated to your spouse and dependents on a formula determined by law. Although leaving a will simplifies things for your family and executor, the will can still be challenged. Here are situations when a will can be challenged.