Estate Battles
Are you wondering right now how to contest a will? Are you wondering if you have grounds to contest a will? In what circumstances can you contest a will? If you are located in Brisbane or Queensland, we can help you contest a will.
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How Do I Contest A Will?
Are you wondering right now how to contest a will? Are you wondering if you have grounds to contest a will? In what circumstances can you contest a will? If you are located in Brisbane or Queensland, we can help you contest a will.
Are You a Beneficiary of a Will?
If you are the beneficiary of a will, but you feel as though your share is not enough, or if you are unsure about the other beneficiaries of a will, you may have a claim against the estate for a larger share. Only certain people have grounds to contest a will, including a spouse, a child, a grandchild or a dependent (in limited circumstances). If you are unsure if you have the grounds to contest a will, contact us to find out more.
Contesting A Will
Once you’ve decided that you are interested in contesting a will, there are certain steps that need to be taken. This is a complex area of the law and strict time limits apply. In order to contest a will, you will need legal representation.
What Do I Do Next?
Ascertain the date of death
Obtain a copy of the will from the solicitor
Seek legal advice urgently – in Queensland, you only have six months from the date of death to dispute a will. Outside of this time frame, you will lose your opportunity to contest the will
A contested will is either settled out of court, or if this isn’t possible, will be decided by a judge in court
Who should I talk to?
You need to speak to a lawyer who is an expert in contested wills.
In what circumstances should you contest a will?
- You have been left out of a will or are receiving less that you believe is fair
- Assets have disappeared from the estate
- The will doesn’t make sense
- You suspect the will maker has been unduly influenced
- You believe the will maker has lost mental capacity to make a will
How Long Do I Have To Contest The Will?
You must give notice to the executor that you intend to contest the will of the deceased. This notice should be in writing and must be given within six months of the date of death.
If you are lodging a family provision claim with the court, you must do so within nine months of the date of the deceased’s death.
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Five Questions To Ask Your Lawyer
Are you accredited by the Law Society as a specialist in the area of wills and estates?
Do you have experience in handling contested wills?
Are you well-regarded by your peers (other lawyers) in this area of the law?
Do you have proven strategies to keep legal costs down?
Do you have a range of fee options, including no-win, no-fee?
Our Lawyers
Bryan Mitchell
Accredited Specialist in Succession Law (Qld)
David Graham
Senior Associate
Eirini Georgiou
Solicitor
Mehera Saunders
Accredited Specialist in Succession Law (Qld)
Kate Muller
Senior Associate
Kylee Ghodsi
Senior Associate
Naomi Williams
Solicitor