Introduction
It is a generally accepted principle of law that an individual
is entitled to leave their property by Will to whomever they wish
when they die. However, there are unique circumstances where the
Court may alter the terms of the Will.
If you believe that the deceased in his or her Will has not made
appropriate provisions for you, you may be entitled to contest its
terms by lodging an application with the Court for an order for
provision to be made out of the deceased's estate to you (known
as the family provision application). Contesting a Will is often a
confronting process, and there are a number of factors which you
should consider when deciding whether or not to contest a Will.
