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Q: What grounds are there for contesting a Will?

A Will may be contested where the deceased lacked the mental capacity to understand their Will when it was made, there is a later Will, the Will was not validly made under the Succession Act 2023 (SA), or a family member claims it does not make adequate provision for them under the Succession Act 2023 (SA).

Helping South Australians Plan for the Future Since 1970

We provide practical Wills and estate legal advice and representation to families throughout South Australia.

Serving Adelaide Since 1970

50+ Years Experience

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What We Do

Our Wills and Estate Services

We provide Wills, estate planning and estate administration services throughout South Australia.

Wills

We offer fixed fees for Wills (conditions apply) and can draft for you a legally binding Will. We can assist you with how to leave your assets in your Will if you have a complex family situation, for example a second relationship, step children, a disabled child or children that have been estranged from you for a period of time.

Powers of Attorney and Advance Care Directives

We offer fixed fees for Powers of Attorney and Advance Care Directives. If you have particular wishes as to how you want to spend the last stages of your life, these can be recorded in an Advance Care Directive so that family, friends and medical staff understand what your wishes and needs are.

Estate Planning

As estate planning lawyers, we can provide advice in relation to your estate planning to protect your estate if you are concerned that your Will or estate may be the subject of a legal challenge after you pass away, or that your son or daughter's relationship may end after you have passed away.

Testamentary Trusts

We advise on Testamentary Trusts.

Probate and Letters of Administration

We offer fixed fees for an Application for a Grant of Probate and an Application for Letters of Administration (conditions apply).

Estate Distribution

We administer deceased estates in Adelaide and throughout South Australia, distributing estates to beneficiaries in accordance with the Will or a Grant of Letters of Administration.

Estate Litigation

We act in Will disputes and estate litigation, making applications to the Supreme Court of South Australia in relation to disputes arising from Wills and estates.

Aged Care Service Agreements

We advise on Aged Care Service Agreements.

If you require assistance with Wills, estate planning or estate administration in Adelaide or elsewhere in South Australia, our experienced solicitors are available to provide clear and practical advice.

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Expert Wills and Estate Solicitors Adelaide

Randle & Taylor Barristers and Solicitors are a leading Wills, estates and succession law firm based in Adelaide. We have proudly served South Australia since 1970. We pride ourselves on a strong practical approach to problem solving, and we will listen to you as your situation will be unique to you and your family.

Advice for difficult family situations

Through our experience we have advised on many difficult family situations. We will take the time to listen to you and offer you practical advice to help you decide how you could leave your estate in your Will.

Fixed fees and flexible payment

We offer fixed fees for certain services, no win no fee (conditions apply), payment of our fees on the completion of your matter (conditions apply) and urgent advice (conditions apply).

Over 50 years serving South Australia

Our office is conveniently located in the heart of Adelaide at 208 Carrington St, Adelaide, South Australia 5000.

Our Fees Are Competitive with Other Firms in South Australia

If you require assistance with a Will, Power of Attorney, Advance Care Directive or estate matter, our experienced solicitors are available to provide clear and practical advice. Schedule your free 15 minute phone consultation, with no obligation, today.

A Smarter, Flexible Way to Fund Your Estate Administration Matter

Managing a deceased estate and the probate process often means covering more than just legal fees. Executors can face costs like insurance, property maintenance, and other expenses, often out of their own pocket, with reimbursement to come later. They may even want to improve assets prior to sale.

Through our partnership with JustFund, eligible Executors and Beneficiaries can access flexible funding to cover these expenses as well as legal fees, with no repayments until probate is finalised. This helps ease financial pressure while ensuring the estate is preserved. Contact us for more information.

Meet Your Legal Team

The Lawyers Who Handle Your Matter

Nick McCabe - Barrister and Solicitor

Admitted February 2000 · 25+ years legal experience
Supreme Court, District Court and Magistrates Court of South Australia
Wills · Powers of Attorney · Advance Care Directives · Family Provision Claims
Law Society of South Australia · Gold Alliance Firm

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Patrick Trainor - Solicitor

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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Outstanding legal service – highly recommended!

We are extremely grateful to Randle & Taylor for their professionalism, responsiveness and support during one of the most challenging periods our company has faced.

A special thank you to Jonathan Brohier, who has been absolutely outstanding throughout the entire process. Jonathan was incredibly responsive, acted quickly when urgent matters arose, and consistently provided clear, practical and reliable advice. Most importantly, we always felt that we could genuinely rely on him when we needed support the most.

His commitment, professionalism and calm approach made a significant difference to our company during a very difficult time. Jonathan went above and beyond what we expected from our legal counsel, and we truly appreciate having him by our side.

Randle & Taylor has provided us with a 5-star level of service, and Jonathan is an exceptional lawyer who we would have no hesitation recommending to other businesses.

Thank you, Jonathan and the entire Randle & Taylor team, for standing with us through a difficult chapter. We sincerely appreciate your support and dedication.
  
 
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   Starry Candy 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I did a quick free phone consult today and Nick was very helpful. Thank you.
  
 
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   Janine Neumann 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Brilliant service every time. Highly recommend their business.
  
 
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   Pablo Samels 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Angus and Jonathan helped us with a legal issue, and we couldn’t be more grateful. Not only they did an excellent job, but they also genuinely cared about us and our situation. They took the time to listen and made us feel supported throughout the process, something that isn’t always easy to find in the legal world.
If you’re looking for legal help that is both highly professional and genuinely personal, I couldn’t recommend them more.
  
 
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   Katarina V 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Patrick and the team were thoroughly professional, diligent and committed to resolving our matter.
  
 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Highly recommend. This is a company that doesn't just treat you like a number. Randle and Taylor dealt with our affairs with kindness and respect.
  
 
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   Bailey White 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Randle and Taylor have done amazing things for my family. A supportive, professional and compassionate organisation
  
 
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   Rob Cornish 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My family and I cannot speak highly enough of the care the support we received from Jonathan.  He helped our son start over and he has gone from strength to strength.  It is hard to find trust when a loved one needs help,  but you will not be sorry putting your faith in this honourable company.   Thank you Jonathan, blessings.
  
 
  
  
 
 
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Commonly Asked Questions

How much does a Will cost in Adelaide?

We prepare Wills, Powers of Attorney and Advance Care Directives on a fixed fee (conditions apply). Contact us on (08) 8223 6477 for a quote, or read our guide to writing a Will.

What is a Testamentary Trust?

A Testamentary Trust is established as part of a Will and only begins after the death of the person who made the Will. It is created to safeguard some or all of the deceased person’s assets for the benefit of others. We advise on Testamentary Trusts as part of your estate planning.

How do I protect my children's inheritance if their relationship ends?

If you are concerned that your son or daughter’s relationship may end after you have passed away, we can advise on estate planning to protect your estate, including how you leave your assets in your Will.

What is the process of a deceased estate?

After you obtain the deceased’s death certificate and the original of the deceased’s last Will, we can make an online application for a Grant of Probate to the Supreme Court of South Australia on behalf of the executor named in the Will.

Read our guide to deceased estates.

Does marriage revoke a Will in South Australia?

Yes. Under section 18 of the Succession Act 2023 (SA), marriage or the start of a registered relationship revokes your Will, unless the Will states it was made in contemplation of that marriage or relationship. If you are contemplating marriage or have recently married, contact us to update your Will, Power of Attorney and Advance Care Directive.

Does divorce revoke your Will in South Australia?

Divorce does not revoke your whole Will. Under section 19 of the Succession Act 2023 (SA), divorce revokes gifts to your former spouse and their appointment as executor, unless your Will provides otherwise. Separation alone does not have the same effect. You should review your Will, Power of Attorney and Advance Care Directive after separation or divorce.

Find out more on our divorce law page.

What grounds are there for contesting a Will?

A Will may be contested where:

The deceased lacked the mental capacity to understand their Will when it was made.
There is a later Will.
The Will was not validly made under the Succession Act 2023 (SA).
A family member claims it does not make adequate provision for them under the Succession Act 2023 (SA).

Read our guide to contesting a Will in South Australia.

What is an executor of a Will?

An executor is the person named in a Will to carry out the deceased’s wishes after they have died. The executor is the legal representative of the deceased and must manage the estate in accordance with the Will and the law, acting in the interest of the deceased rather than their own.

What is a Power of Attorney?

A Power of Attorney gives a person you choose the power to act on your behalf, for example to buy and sell things for you or operate your bank account. A general Power of Attorney ends if you lose legal capacity, while an enduring Power of Attorney continues to operate. We prepare Powers of Attorney on a fixed fee.

What happens if a person dies without a Will?

The Succession Act 2023 (SA) sets out the order of priority for distributing the estate of a person who dies without a Will. We can assist with an application for Letters of Administration.

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