Make a Will & Update Will – Fixed Fee Will Lawyers Perth WA
Fixed Fee Wills Perth. Easy Peace of Mind.
- $550 for a single Will or $770 for a Couple
- Professionally prepared Wills by a Lawyer
- We can help you to ensure peace of mind
Searching for “will preparation near me”? Look no further! As a dedicated will lawyer in Western Australia, we specialize in providing fixed-fee will services for both singles and couples. Our expertise in will preparation ensures that your estate planning is tailored to your specific needs, offering you peace of mind.
With a team of experienced will lawyers, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, efficient, and affordable legal assistance. Don’t wait to secure your future – contact our will lawyers today for a professional and hassle-free estate planning experience.
If you do not have a will and testament, your assets are unlikely to be distributed in the manner that you want when you die. A poorly written one will often lead to disputes years after your passing. Take action and obtain legal advice to ensure that your wishes become a reality.
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Foyle Legal attempts to provide a fixed fee cost for simple wills in Western Australia. A simple will is where only one property is involved, and the person making the will does not own shares in a family company and the person making the will does not have any specific wishes in respect of a trust). For other wills other costs may apply, telephone us for an assessment.
We exclusively offer Enduring Power of Guardianship and Power of Attorney services when you choose to have your will prepared by our will lawyers in Perth.
A valid will is one of the most important documents you will ever sign. It is a legal document setting out who gets part or all of a person’s property or assets when they die. Your property and assets are called your “estate”. A badly written will often lead to delays and disputes. Your estate typically consists of houses, money, investments, and personal or household belongings that you own. When doing a will professionally, you will ensure that your wishes are carried out upon your death. Please don’t leave your legacy to a template or a post office will kit as this can result in problems that are not foreseeable.
Foyle Legal is proud to have helped the community prepare wills for several years since inception and continues to help people from all walks of life and different cultures prepare their wills.
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The formal requirements to make a will are as follows:
Do I need a will?
There is no legal requirement to have a will but having a last will and testament will insure that there is legal certainty about who gets part or all of a person’s property when they die.
If you die without a will, your property and belongings will be distributed in a way laid down by the law.
For instance, if a will is not made then in WA the Administration Act 1903 will apply. A husband and wife making a will, will ordinarily leave everything to each other (should the other partner survive them), and if the husband or wife does not survive them to give their state to their children in equal shares.
If a will is not made then in WA the Administration Act 1903 will apply. For instance in a situation where a person has a husband or wife and children it says:
“where the net value of the intestate property (other than the household chattels) exceeds the sum of $472 000 (or, if there is a declared sum for item 2 applicable to the intestate, that sum) — the surviving husband or wife shall (in addition to the household chattels) be entitled to the sum of $472 000 (or, if there is a declared sum for item 2 applicable to the intestate, that sum), absolutely, together with interest on that sum in accordance with subsection (4) and, of the residue, the surviving husband or wife shall be entitled to one third and the issue shall be entitled in accordance with subsection (2b) to the other two-thirds”.
Is it simple to make a Will?
The requirements under the Wills Act are relatively straightforward, but there are other considerations in making a will, such as whether the joint property can be passed and whether it is practical to carry out your wishes. Seeking professional legal advice in WA will ensure your will is done correctly and your family will have no regrets after you pass away.
Cost of making a will with a lawyer?
Making a will at Foyle Legal is easy. For a simple will, the cost of making a will is fixed.
It costs $400 to create a will for a single person, and it costs $600 to make a will for a couple.
Foyle Legal offers substantial discounts on Power of Guardianship and Power of Attorney when it is completed together with your will.
Executor of your Will
If you do not make a will then anyone interested in your estate can apply to be the executor of your estate. This is a very important position and you should choose a responsible person you believe will carry out their duties properly.
What should be in a Will?
When you make a will, the Will should specify that it is your last Will and that you revoke any previous Wills.
It should appoint one or more persons to be your executor(s). Your
Will should provide for payment of funeral expenses and any debts. It should then state how you want your property distributed, either by naming the item and to whom it is given, or by giving a person a certain amount or percentage of the total value of your property.
If your Will contains specific gifts, it should also state what is to happen with the residue (remaining assets) of the estate.
What happens if I get married or divorced?
If you get married or divorced this has the effect of revoking your will unless you make it in contemplation of marriage or divorce. The best way to ensure you will is current is to consult a specialist wills lawyer in Perth.
Leaving property in your Will
In your will, you may leave any part of your property, including personal items, real estate or amounts of money to particular people (special rules apply to jointly owned property). While it is not necessary to list every item of your property, your will should deal with all your property. The best way to do this is to use expressions like “all of my property of whatever kind” or “all my remaining property of whatever kind”. If your will fails to deal with all your property, any property not dealt with will be divided among your relatives according to law. This kind of division might not be what you wanted and may lead to disputes about the entitlement of certain relatives to your assets.
There are some assets you can’t leave to another person in a will. For example, assets from your superannuation or insurance fund (you usually nominate a beneficiary when you take out the policy). You may wish to make special arrangements for a number of things, for example:
You can generally write these types of things in ordinary language so that they can be understood.
Challenges to a Will
If you are a dependent of someone who has died and has not received a fair share of the deceased’s property under the will or under the Administration Act 1903 (if there is no will), you may be able to challenge it.
If you are a person who wants to create a will, it is best to have your will professionally prepared by a lawyer to reduce the chance of your will being challenged. Some companies may use home visit wills, free will service for pensioners WA, or free wills for seniors WA as the advertising headline to attract attention. It is important to understand the lawyer’s qualifications, and what exactly the service is being offered first before trusting a free source.
Power of Guardianship / Enduring Power of Guardianship
When you are making a will with Foyle Legal, Foyle Legal helps clients to prepare Power of Guardianship or Enduring Power of Guardianship in conjunction with wills.
Power of Attorney
How much does a power of attorney cost in Australia can vary largely based on the complexity.
As a complementary service, we provide fixed-fee service for power of attorney when you are making a will with Foyle Legal.
Foyle Legal helps clients to prepare Power of Attorney in conjunction with wills.
Where can I store my will?
Where you store your will is up to you. Many people decide to store their will at home. Some banks will store your will for you but this is becoming increasingly uncommon. One common place to store your will is with the WA Will Bank operated by the Public Trustee in Western Australia. It is free to store your will with the WA Will Bank if you take it there yourself. You will need to complete the WA Will Bank Deposit Form to store your will with the WA Will Bank.
Do you need a lawyer to make a will?
You do not need a lawyer to draw up a will. We have clients who tried to make a will online, or do it yourself will with a will kit at home but found the experience quite daunting. They just never know if what they included in the will is legal and enforceable. Comparing the cost of writing your own will, and the fixed fee will service we provide for simple wills, most of our past clients prefer to have a legal will drawn up by a lawyer to ensure peace of mind.
Remember – creating a will is about knowing your wishes will be carried out accordingly without disputes!
Don’t simply go with the easiest or cheap wills for pensioners.
More about Foyle Legal
We are a WA family-owned law firm and have been recognised as one of the best businesses in Perth since 2016.
Foyle Legal is started by Christian Foyle in 2012. We are best known as one of the best workers compensation lawyers in Perth. Our key areas of legal service include personal injury law, wills and insurance claims. To date, we have a team of 6 lawyers and 4 support staff with head office in Malaga, and an office in Perth CBD.
If you need to make a will, or made a claim for car accident injury compensation in WA, workers compensation in WA, slip & fall claims in WA, or other negligence related personal injury claims in WA, Foyle Legal can help you!
For all qualified wills clients, we provide fixed fee pricing for your peace of mind. For all qualified personal injury claims, we provide No Win No Fee legal service.
Call 0408 727 343 for immediate over-the-phone assistance. Alternatively, please complete the form. One of our lawyers will contact you shortly.
What suburbs in Perth does Foyle Legal provide legal representation to?
Looking for best WA family owned law firm near me in Perth? Foyle Legal provides legal presentation to wills and all personal injuries clients all over Perth. It includes but not limited to north of river, south of the river, Perth city areas, eastern suburbs, western suburbs and Fremantle areas.
North of the river – Northern Suburbs
Ballajura, Bassendean, Bayswater, Beechboro, Carine, Carramar, Clarkson, Connolly, Currambine, Dianella, Doubleview, Duncraig, Eden Hill, Edgewater, Embleton, Glendalough, Greenwood, Gwelup, Heathridge, Hillarys, Inglewood, Innaloo, Joondalup, Kallaroo, Karrinyup, Kingsley, Landsdale, Maida Vale, Malaga, Marangaroo, Mindarie, Mindarie Keys, Morley, Mullaloo, Munster, North Beach, Osborne Park, Padbury, Scarborough, Shenton Park, Sorrento, Trigg, Tuart Hill, Wanneroo, Warwick, Waterman, Wembley Downs, Woodlands, Woodvale, Yanchep.
Ascot, Belmont, Carlisle, Kewdale, Newburn, Redcliffe, Rivervale.
Burswood, Perth CBD, Northbridge, East Perth, Highgate, Leederville, Maylands, Mount Hawthorn, Mount Lawley, North Perth, South Perth, Subiaco, Victoria Park, West Leederville, West Perth, CBD, Kings Park, Northbridge, Perth.
East Fremantle, Fremantle, Hamilton Hill, North Fremantle, O’Connor, South Fremantle.
Alfred Cove, Applecross, Ardross, Attadale, Bateman, Beaconsfield, Beeliar, Bentley, Bibra Lake, Bicton, Booragoon, Bullcreek, Canning Bridge, Canning Vale, Cannington, Casuarina, Cockburn, Como, Coogee, East Victoria Park, Forrestdale, Gosnells, Jandakot, Karawara, Kelmscott, Kwinana, Melville, Mount Pleasant, Palmyra, Shelley, Spearwood, Success, Wattle Grove, Welshpool, Willetton, Wilson, Winthrop.
Churchlands, City Beach, Claremont, Cottesloe, Crawley, Daglish, Dalkeith, Floreat, Mosman Park, Mount Claremont, Nedlands, Swanbourne, Wembley.
Armadale, Bedfordale, Bickley, Byford, Carmel, Chidlow, Darling Downs, Darlington, Forrestfield, Gidgegannup, Glen Forrest, Gooseberry Hill, Greenmount, High Wycombe, Hovea, Jarrahdale, Kalamunda, Karragullen, Lesmurdie, Mount Helena, Mundaring, Mundijong, Orange Grove, Parkerville, Paulls Valley, Pickering Brook, Roleystone, Stoneville, Wungong
Baskerville, Belhus, Bellevue, Brigadoon, Bullsbrook, Caversham, Ellenbrook, Guildford, Hazelmere, Henley Brook, Herne Hill, Middle Swan, Midland, Midvale, Millendon, South Guildford, Swan Valley, The Vines, Upper Swan, Viveash, West Midland, West Swan, Whiteman
Does Foyle Legal provide Legal Representation to surrounding areas of Perth?
Yes, Foyle Legal extends legal presentation to surrounding areas of Perth. This includes but limited to Avon Valley, North Coast & Valleys, Peel areas, Perth Hills, Rottnest Island, and Swan Valley.
Avon Valley
Avon Valley, New Norcia, Northam, Other Avon Valley Areas, Toodyay, York, Clackline, Wooroloo
Bindoon, Chittering, Gingin, Guilderton, Lancelin, Ledge Point, Lower Chittering, Moore River, Neeragabby, Upper Chittering, Wanerie, Woodridge
Mandurah, Peel Coast, Peel Inland, Baldivis, Barragup, Boddington, Dawesville, Dwellingup, Falcon, Greenfields, Halls Head, Karnup, Mandurah, Mandurah East, Meadow Springs, Pinjarr, Port Kennedy, Quindanning, Ravenswood, Rockingham, Rockingham Beach, Safety Bay, Secret Harbour, Serpentine, Shoalwater, South Yunderup, Wannanup, Waroona, West Pinjarra