I&J LAW
What is a Will?
A Will is a legal document that sets out your wishes after your death about inter alia the distribution of your estate and the care of your dependent children.
While planning for death is uncomfortable, it is essential to consider the inevitable – your life without you in it. A properly drafted Will gives you a say after you die.
I&J Law can advise you on the legal requirements of a Will with regard to your circumstances.
I&J Law can draft and update your Will to:
- Create testamentary trusts that preserve your children’s assets until they reach a certain age.
- Stipulate your choice as to who your children live with.
- Direct that your estate pass to your chosen beneficiaries.
- Ensure that your nominated partner, family member or friend has a life interest in your residential home.
- Direct that your home pass to your children or other nominated family or friends and does not fall into the hands of a third party.
- Direct the future of your business interests, including shares, directorship and conduct.
- Provide safeguards in the event that your Will is contested after your death.
I&J Law can also assist to:
- Make a claim against an estate if you have been left out of a Will.
- Defend a claim against a deceased estate if you are the executor and/or beneficiary in a Will.