Wills & Probate

Why Do You Need a Will?

A will is essentially a document that gives instructions about how your estate should be divided upon your death. When individuals or couples do not have a will, the estate is divided in accordance with the provisions of the Succession Act.

Among the many advantages of having a will are:

• You will dictate what happens to your property
• You can plan your estate matters in a way that is advantageous for reducing the tax burden of your heirs
• You can appoint the executors to your will

 

Have you recently married? A will is automatically revoked by marriage unless it was made in contemplation of the marriage. If you are about to be married or have recently been married we can advise you on your options and assist you in creating or updating your will.

Probate Dealing with a death in the family is not an easy matter being both emotionally and financially demanding. We offer a comprehensive probate and administration of estate services. Our services are designed to deal with the practical considerations arising on a death in a family which allows the family time and space to deal with the emotional considerations.

We can help you in the following areas:

• Making a Will
• Estate Planning
• Probate & Administration of estates
• Enduring Power of Attorneys
• Succession rights
• Trusts
• S117 Applications