{"id":820,"date":"2021-06-24T03:34:51","date_gmt":"2021-06-24T03:34:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hoelawyers.com.au\/?p=820"},"modified":"2025-05-29T15:18:05","modified_gmt":"2025-05-29T07:18:05","slug":"do-i-need-a-lawyer-to-prepare-my-will","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hoelawyers.com.au\/do-i-need-a-lawyer-to-prepare-my-will\/","title":{"rendered":"Do I need a Lawyer to prepare my Will?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Craig Dunne<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

We all know that there are two certainties in life: death and taxes. It would seem appropriate then that every Australian has a Last Will & Testament<\/a>, right? One might imagine it hidden in their bottom drawer for that inevitable day. Yet, more than half of all Australians don\u2019t have a Will. And many don\u2019t even know what happens to their estate when they pass. These Australians risk dying intestate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re wondering how to make a Will legal without a lawyer, it\u2019s possible to DIY. But if you\u2019re no legal expert, then it might be best to consult with a team that cares about your well-being even after you pass. As a Law Office of Wills and Estate planning lawyers in Perth<\/a>, we can provide you with the appropriate guidance, so you know what you should never put in your Will.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. What is a Will?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A Last Will and Testament, often commonly referred to as a Will, serves as a legal document that declares the intention of the Testator concerning matters that the Testator wishes to effect after his\/her death. These usually deal with burial or cremation wishes; what happens to real property and personal assets; and just as importantly, guardianship and care of minor children. Wills must comply with strict statutory requirements to be considered formally and legally valid. A Will that doesn\u2019t comply with these requirements may risk expensive litigation in the Supreme Court of Western Australia<\/a>, or even being found not to be enforceable at all. It\u2019s critical to ensure that your Will doesn\u2019t risk being found to be invalid if you want your intentions to survive. After all, there is no other opportunity to ask you at that critical time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Peace of mind<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Anyone can google the statutory requirements to prepare a Will, but how can you be certain that you have dotted every \u201ci\u201d and crossed every \u201ct\u201d? So don\u2019t make the mistake of leaving your Executor, Trustee and family at risk of costly and lengthy Supreme Court litigation, simply because your Will doesn\u2019t meet these requirements. Note that in the event of its absence, there is also the possibility that your Will is challenged by an aggrieved person who expected to be a beneficiary. You might think you\u2019re saving money today, but you\u2019d risk it costing your estate much more in the future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Instead, speak to a lawyer who can walk with you step by step through your Estate Planning<\/a> journey. Having a lawyer can alleviate the usual stress and anxiety that comes with writing your Will. Our team of Estate Planning lawyers can provide you with timely, accurate and concise legal advice to any concerns you may have when writing your Will. Have those concerns answered by legal professionals and don\u2019t hold onto that stress and worry all by yourself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you run your own business and die intestate, this can have dire and catastrophic consequences on the operation and financial viability of your business. You\u2019ve worked hard to create and run your business, so don\u2019t risk its ruin after your passing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our experienced Estate Planning team can provide you with legal advice to ensure that what you wish to achieve with your estate is legally permitted and attainable. We\u2019re here to help ensure that all your final wishes can be carried out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Avoid creating legal problems<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s better to avoid legal problems, especially when you\u2019re not around to resolve them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our team of Estate Planning lawyers can assist you in tailoring a Will to your specific life circumstances. A Will can help you answer the following questions:<\/p>\n\n\n\n