KM Legal

Wills & Estates | Penrith, NSW
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01/09/2026

A handwritten or homemade document may sometimes be recognised as a Will, but that does not make it a safe estate-planning option.

Problems commonly arise when:

• the document has not been signed or witnessed correctly
• its wording is unclear
• assets or beneficiaries are inadequately identified
• no executor is appointed
• different documents contain conflicting instructions

Determining whether an informal document is a valid Will may require an application to the Supreme Court which often creates the cost and uncertainty the document was intended to avoid.

27/08/2026

If you have been named as the executor of a Will, you may be wondering what you actually need to do.

One of the first steps is to gather the available information about the deceased person’s estate. Useful documents may include:

• the original Will
• the death certificate, if available
• details of the deceased’s assets and debts
• recent bank and superannuation statements
• property documents
• details of beneficiaries
• any relevant correspondence

It is not unusual for some information to be missing at this stage. A solicitor can help you identify what needs to be located, whether Probate is likely to be required and what should happen next.

If you have been appointed as an executor and need advice, KM Legal can guide you through the estate-administration process.

25/08/2026

WHAT HAPPENS AT AN ESTATE-PLANNING APPOINTMENT?

An estate-planning appointment involves more than providing names for a Will.

We'll ask about your family, assets, superannuation, property ownership and any circumstances requiring particular consideration. These might include a blended family, vulnerable beneficiary, business interest or loan made to a family member.

We'll also discuss:

• who should administer your estate
• how your assets should be distributed
• who should make financial, medical and lifestyle decisions if you lose capacity
• whether additional structures or protections may be appropriate

You don't need to have all the answers before the appointment. The point of coming to see us is to let us help make the right plan for you.

13/08/2026

Do I need to apply for probate?

It’s one of the most common questions we’re asked after someone passes away, and the answer really does depend on the estate.

Whether probate is needed depends on what assets the person owned, how they were owned and the requirements of the organisations holding them.

Some estates need probate, while others can be administered without it.

If you’re not sure what you need to do, we can help you work out the next step.

06/08/2026

We’ve given our website a fresh new look.

It’s a little cleaner, a little easier to navigate, and designed to make finding information about wills, estate planning and deceased estates simpler.

If it’s been a while since you last visited, we’d love for you to take a look.

💻 www.kmlegal.com.au

31/07/2026

Estate planning doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Let us help you get it right.

29/07/2026

A little behind the scenes…

We’ve been giving the office a refresh over the past few weeks.

Our goal was simple: create a space that feels warm, comfortable and welcoming for everyone who walks through the door.

If you’ve been meaning to update your Will or need advice about estate planning, we’d love to welcome you into our new space.

17/07/2026

When someone dies, most people have never had to deal with an estate before. You’re grieving, emotions are high, and suddenly you’re expected to make legal and financial decisions.

Save this post so you have it if you ever need it - or share it with someone who might.

If you have any questions about administering an estate, reach out to us here or give us a call on 4712 8015. We’re here to make the process as straightforward as possible.

14/07/2026

When you’re dealing with a legal issue, you want someone who will keep you informed, explain your options clearly, and guide you through every step.

Reviews like this mean a lot to us because they reflect exactly the experience we aim to provide for every client.

Thank you, Glen, for your kind words and for trusting KM Legal to help you through a difficult time.

If you’re looking for practical, straightforward legal advice, we’re here to help.

www.kmlegal.com.au/book

10/07/2026

When people think about making a Will, they often focus first on who will inherit their assets.

But for parents of young children, one of the most important decisions isn’t about money at all. It’s deciding who would care for your children if something happened to you. Yet we still sometimes meet parents who haven’t even discussed who they would choose as a guardian.

If you don’t appoint a guardian in your Will, you’ve missed one of the most important parts of your estate planning.

It’s not an easy thing to think about (we know!), but making those decisions now means they’re your decisions, rather than leaving your family to work through them during an already difficult time.

If you have young children and haven’t made a Will, or it’s been years since you last reviewed it, it’s worth making sure it still reflects your wishes.

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