This is a question that we are often asked.
You may be in a blended family situation, or may have a child
who has become distant from you, or you may have a large estate and
concerned that your children will fight over it when you die.
The Inheritance (Family Provision) Act ("the
Act") provides that certain people can bring a claim in the
Supreme Court against the estate of a deceased person, if
"adequate provision" has not been made in the will for
that person's "maintenance, education or advancement in
life".
These are the top 12 ways in which you can avoid an inheritance
claim being made against your estate.
- Spend it all before you die
The less estate you have when you die, the less there is for
your children and other potential claimants to fight over.
Fortunately, some of our clients are able to achieve this outcome
without too much effort or advice from us!
