What Happens If You Die Without a Will?
If you die without a valid Will in South Australia, the Succession Act 2023 applies, meaning your estate will be distributed according to the laws of intestacy, and not according to your wishes.
What is a Family Provision Claim?
In South Australia, if you believe you have been left out of a deceased person’s Will or have not received adequate provision for your maintenance, education, or advancement in life, you may have the right to make a family provision claim against the estate.
How to Transfer Shares from a Deceased Estate
If you have been appointed as the executor or administrator, it is your responsibility to identify and manage these assets in accordance with the will or, if there is no will, under the Succession Act 2023 (SA).