Fiduciary Services

Wills

A will that's valid, current, and unmistakably yours.

We draft it properly, keep it safe, and review it as your life changes.

A will records who should inherit, who should manage your estate, and who cares for your children. A valid, up-to-date will is the single most important step most people can take — and the easiest to get wrong without guidance.

Who this is for

Anyone who has never made a will
People whose circumstances have changed since their last will
Parents who need to nominate a guardian
Recently married, divorced or remarried individuals

Common concerns we solve

“I'm not sure my will is still valid after my divorce or remarriage.”
“I don't know where my will is, or if it's properly signed.”
“I want to be certain my children are provided for.”

What Crest Trust assists with

How we help with wills

Drafting a clear, valid will that reflects your wishes

Nominating executors and guardians correctly

Reviewing and updating an existing will after a life change

Safe custody of the original document

The process

Step by step

01
Consult
We discuss your wishes, family and assets.
02
Draft
We prepare a clear, valid will for your review.
03
Sign
We guide correct signing and witnessing.
04
Safe-keep
We store the original safely and note where it is.

What to bring

Documents & information

A starting checklist — we'll confirm exactly what's needed for your situation. Don't worry if you don't have everything to hand.

Identity document
Marriage certificate / antenuptial contract, if applicable
A list of assets and how you'd like them distributed
Names of intended executor(s), guardian(s) and beneficiaries
Any divorce order or maintenance agreement, if applicable

Questions

Wills — common questions

Review it after any major life change — marriage, divorce, a new child, a death, a significant purchase or starting a business. Divorce is a particular trap: if you die within three months of your divorce, the law (section 2B of the Wills Act) treats your ex-spouse as if they had died before you, so they do not inherit under your old will. But if more than three months pass and you have not updated your will, your ex-spouse can still inherit exactly as the old will provides — which is why updating promptly matters. (General information, not legal advice.)

Broadly, it must be in writing, signed by you in the presence of two competent witnesses who also sign, with the correct formalities. We make sure yours is executed properly so it stands.

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