Wills and Estates
We help you plan for the future, and the people you care about. Molloy Batts will advise you on how to best structure your affairs, and draft Wills, powers of attorney and property sharing agreements to suit your needs.
Challenging a Will
Applications under the Family Protection Act 1955 (FPA)
If you—or someone you represent—has been excluded, under-provided for, or inadequately compensated in a loved one’s will, our firm can help you pursue a claim under the Family Protection Act 1955.
Applications under the Testamentary Promises Act 1949
Sometimes a deceased person promised an inheritance or gift in exchange for caregiving, services or other significant contributions—yet they failed to deliver in their will. We help potential plaintiffs bring claims under the Law Reform (Testamentary Promises) Act 1949.
We provide evidence guidance, legal strategy and litigation support from initial advice to settlement or court presentation.
Applications under the Wills Act 2007 for Validation, Correction and Interpretation
Not all wills comply with formal requirements, or their wording may be unclear. We assist with:
- Validation of improperly executed or unsigned wills
- Correction of mistakes in the document (e.g. missing clauses, clerical errors)
- Interpretation where provisions are ambiguous or contradictory
We draft and file High Court applications under the Wills Act and represent clients through the court process when needed.
Why Choose Us?
Tailored, Compassionate Advocacy
We understand that trust and estate disputes involve intense emotions. We combine legal rigour with sensitivity, seeking cost effective resolutions whenever possible, including mediation or Deeds of Family Arrangement where parties agree.
Court-Level Expertise
Our lawyers have experience in applications across:
- High Court, Family Court and the Court of Appeal.
- Managing all procedural steps—from claim preparation to interlocutory hearings and full trials.
Strategic Planning and Risk Mitigation
- For beneficiaries or claimants, we assess strengths, risks and guide early action.
- For estate executors or will makers, we offer proactive planning advice, including advice on asset structuring to reduce risk of disputes.
