Should I write my own Will? - August 2024

Another situation we have seen is where a person’s Will doesn’t have clear terms, or doesn’t effectively give away all of their property. This generally means a court application is needed, seeking an order from a Judge interpreting what the deceased person meant, or it can mean that any failed gifts or property not effectively given away are treated as a “partial intestacy” – they are not dealt with under the Will, but according to the rigid legal rules setting out who gets your estate.

It may be a short-term cost saving solution to draft your own Will, but there is a lot of potential for things to go wrong if your Will isn’t drafted appropriately for your circumstances and could end up costing much more in the end.

Having a lawyer draft your Will is a good idea for many reasons. We can give you legal advice about your situation, and tailor your Will to suit your individual circumstances.

If you are thinking of re-writing your Will, or writing your first Will, please give us a call!