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The process of contesting a Will can seem daunting, but our specialist lawyers will be there every step of the way to make it easier for you.
We will represent you throughout the process of contesting a Will, and ensure you meet all imposed deadlines. According to Victorian legislation, if you want to contest a Will, you must file in court within six months of probate being granted or letters of administration being issued.
THE PROCESS OF CONTESTING A WILL: PROBATE AND LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION
Probate is when the Court certifies that a Will is valid and is the last Will and testament a person made. Letters of Administration are issued if a person dies without a Will.
Outside of this time, permission must be obtained from the Court and there must be good grounds as to why the claim was not brought within the required time. It is always best to find out early where you stand and what you can do to get what you’re entitled to. Hentys can check whether Probate has been granted or Letters of Administration issued.
GETTING IN TOUCH
At Hentys, we understand that the first step is always the hardest. Contesting a Will can often be a very emotional process, but we’ve helped so many of clients just like you.
We are committed to the interests of each of our clients, applying our hard work, knowledge and experience to achieve the best possible outcome for you and your family.
Getting in touch with us is easy. Either fill out the form on the website and we will be in touch at your convenience, or call us on 03 8615 4200.
START PROCEEDINGS
If we do advise that your claim has merit and a very high probability of success, we will begin the process of contesting the Will. At this stage of the Will Dispute process, we will usually start to prepare your evidence by creating a series of documents. Our experience and knowledge in contesting Will cases that we specialise in the preparation of evidence in a way that is designed to try and get the matter resolved at this early stage of the process.
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