A Will is not necessarily final. The law in Western Australia is that certain classes of people can challenge a Will if they think they have not received adequate provision for their proper maintenance, support, education or advancement in life.

Generally, the following classes of people can make a claim:

• Spouse or de facto
• Children
• Grandchildren
• Parents (in limited circumstances)
• Stepchildren (in limited circumstances)

An experienced lawyer will be able to advise you on whether you are able to make a claim and if you do how much for. Most of these types of cases can be negotiated without going to trial.