FAQ on Wills
FAQ on Wills
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Old and New Will and How much?
When to Make a New Will ?
An existing will can be replaced/revoked by a new will. People make a new will because of the following possible reasons:-
- having just got married. Marriage revokes all earlier wills. No will may be needed. You want to add your spouse to be a new beneficiary or make him/her as an executor.
- separation with the spouse, divorced or spouse's death. You want to remove the spouse from the beneficiary list.
- having a new child. You want it to add him/her as a new beneficiary.
- having a big fortune e.g. inheritance, mark-six lottery winning or any other sudden gain on wealth. You want to redivide your assets.
Legal costs on a Will?
In most cases, $1000 to $3000 depending on complexity. But some wills may cost even higher than $3000 because of its complexity. Get a quote from our lawyers.
What else to tell my lawyer?
What information do I need to make my will?
It will be easier to make your will if you have gathered some information first:
- choices for executor. You can have one or two executors.
- names of beneficiaries -- people benefiting from your property. Beneficiaries are usually your loved ones.
- alternate beneficiaries -- people who will inherit your property if your first-choice beneficiary dies before you (ie predecease).
- if you have young children, a list of your first and second choices for guardian.
- an inventory of your property (but if you plan to leave everything to one or a few beneficiaries in a specified share or division, you can skip this)
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You could make a very basic will in just a few minutes. Find some time to think about your wishes and make your will.
What do I do with my completed will?
We shall give the completed will to you after you have signed it and witnessed by two witnesses (one being a solicitor) provided by us. Beneficiaries should not be a witness. Store this original document in a safe place, such as a bank safety box.
Can I make copies of my completed will?
It's fine to give a copy of your will to your executor or other loved ones eg beneficiaries under the will for informational purposes.
Do not sign more than one copy of the will. Doing so creates more than one original document and could cause confusion after your death. Will can be revoked by destruction. It will become argumentative if you have two and only one of them is destroyed.
What other estate planning documents might I need?
In addition to a will, you might consider making: a living trust (whose main advantage is to avoid probate court proceedings after your death) and a power of attorney or enduring power of attorney (to allow a trusted person to arrange your financial affairs if you cannot).
Is it safe to make a will without a lawyer?
Home-made wills are common in Western countries. Because a will is a very important document, a will prepared by a lawyer will be more safe. It is cheap and convenient to prepare a will in Hong Kong. We therefore advise against people making wills without the legal assistance.
Is a simple will enough for me?
It's always fine to make a simple will. Simplicity will create the least uncertainty. But there are some situations in which you may need more than a simple will and should get expert advice or, at the least, investigate your options. For example:
- If you anticipate family fights, see a lawyer for advice on how to stave off bad feelings and legal battles.
- If you want to set up a long-term trust for a child with special needs.
Simplest Will
$1000
Perfect for individuals
who want to give everything to just one person e.g. wife or child
Standard Wills
$1500 to $3000
With multiple beneficiaries and specific assets e.g. a real property given to one or 2 beneficiaries
Perfect for families with spouse and a few children
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Perfect for individuals with riches desiring to make complex arrangement and distributions, including charities
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