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How Much Does a Will Cost in Australia?
Will preparation costs in Australia range from under $200 for a simple online will to several thousand dollars for a complex will prepared by a specialist estate planning solicitor.
Your Options
- Online will services (e.g. Willed, Safewill): $150-$400 — suitable for simple estates with straightforward beneficiaries and no business or trust interests. Solicitor review option usually available for an additional fee.
- Private solicitor: $400-$3,000+ depending on complexity. Recommended for anything beyond a simple estate — blended families, business interests, trusts, significant assets.
- Public Trustee / Government Trustee: Each state has a government trustee offering will preparation at competitive rates. May also act as executor on your behalf.
When You Must Use a Solicitor
Online will services are not appropriate for: blended families with stepchildren, testamentary trusts, business ownership, significant superannuation tax planning, contested estate risk, or anyone who has previously been married and divorced. In these situations, always engage a specialist estate planning solicitor.
Estimates only. Will preparation costs vary by solicitor and complexity. Always use a qualified solicitor for complex estate situations.