Wills & Deceased Estates in Pretoria

A valid, up-to-date will is one of the most practical things you can do for your family. De Wet Oosthuizen Incorporated drafts wills and assists families with the administration of deceased estates.

Drafting your will

We take the time to understand your family and your assets, and draft a will that says clearly what you want to happen. A will must meet formal requirements to be valid, including how it is signed and witnessed, and we make sure these are met.

• Wills for individuals and couples
• Appointing guardians for minor children
• Updating an existing will after marriage, divorce, the birth of a child or a change in assets

Administering deceased estates

When someone passes away, their estate must be reported to the Master of the High Court and administered by an executor. The process involves identifying assets and debts, advertising for creditors, preparing the liquidation and distribution account, and finally distributing the estate to the heirs. We guide families through each step and explain what is happening along the way.

If there is no will

Where someone dies without a valid will, their estate is distributed according to the rules of intestate succession, which may not reflect what they would have wanted. Speak to us if you need help with an estate where no will was left.

Contact us

We are flexible about meeting times and places. Our offices are at Pegasus Building 1, 210 Amarand Avenue, Menlyn Maine, Pretoria. Call 012 003 2948, email admin@dwoinc.co.za or send us a message.

This page contains general information, not legal advice. Please contact us about your specific circumstances.