If you die without a valid will, the law decides who gets what under fixed "intestacy" rules — which may not reflect your wishes. A will puts you back in control.
If you die without a valid will in Victoria, your estate is distributed under intestacy rules — a fixed legal formula that decides who inherits, based on your surviving relatives. It often doesn’t match what people would have wanted.
The rules give priority to a spouse or partner and children, then other relatives, in set shares. Unmarried partners, stepchildren and friends may miss out even if you’d have provided for them.
Someone must apply for letters of administration, and disputes are more likely — all of which adds cost, delay and stress for your family.
A simple, valid will avoids all of this. We prepare your will (and powers of attorney) at a fixed fee. Book a consult and take back control.
The intestacy rules give priority to a spouse or partner and children in set shares — which may not reflect your wishes.
They can, depending on the circumstances. A will is the way to make sure the people you choose are provided for.
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