Probate is the judicial process of proving a Will to the satisfaction of the court in cases where the conditions or legality of the will are contested. It determines the will's disposal of assets and costs.

What is a further provision claim?

A further provision claim, also known as a family provision claim or a claim for further and better provision, is a legal request made by an eligible person seeking a greater share of a deceased person's estate than what was provided in the will or under intestacy laws. These claims are typically made because the will or intestacy distribution does not adequately provide for the claimant's proper maintenance, education, or advancement in life.

Estate Planning Advice | Brisbane, QLD

WILLS & ESTATES

Wills & Estates Overview

MTA is experienced in helping families, businesses and other relevant stakeholders. To reach the most effective outcome as quickly as possible, Mark Treherne is experienced in the legal drafting, definition and execution of Wills and Estates. In situations where it is believed that the will has contestable factors or its administration is or has been distributed unfairly, the firm is experienced in disputing and, if necessary, litigating against the conditions or executor(s) of the agreement.

The firm is experienced in:

Planning, preparing and drafting wills and estates
Acting as executor and providing advice or accompanying executors of the will
Representing disputes or negotiation of will and estate arrangements
Administering, contesting or litigating wills, estates and trusts
Further provision claims

FAQ’s

What is probate?
Probate is the judicial process of proving a Will to the satisfaction of the court in cases where the conditions or legality of the will are contested. It determines the will's disposal of assets and costs.
What is a further provision claim?
A further provision claim, also known as a family provision claim or a claim for further and better provision, is a legal request made by an eligible person seeking a greater share of a deceased person's estate than what was provided in the will or under intestacy laws. These claims are typically made because the will or intestacy distribution does not adequately provide for the claimant's proper maintenance, education, or advancement in life.