Many families assume a Will must simply be followed as written, but that is not always the case under Australian law.
In certain circumstances, eligible people can apply to the court for a greater share of an estate.
Even where no concerns have been raised, the possibility of a claim needs to be considered early — particularly when decisions are being made about timing and distribution.

Estate administration is often described as a structured legal process — identifying assets, paying liabilities and distributing an estate in line with the Will.
In practice, however, the complexity of an estate is not always driven by the assets themselves. In many cases, it is shaped by the relationships, expectations and changing personal circumstances of those involved.