The Succession Act 2023 came into effect on 1 January 2025 and represented the biggest change to South Australia’s inheritance laws in over 50 years.
This new legislation gave certain classes of people the right to inspect a deceased person’s will before a Grant of Probate is made. These include beneficiaries, former spouses, children, and anyone who has a legitimate interest in the estate.
The Act also changed the rules regarding inheritance claims as the deceased person’s wishes are now the primary consideration in family provision claims.
Other changes include different rules for administering estates and the roles of executors and administrators have now been clarified.
Do you understand how these changes may impact your will?
If you already have a will, consider reviewing it in line with the new Act to ensure it still meets your intentions. If you don’t have a will and would like to have one made, call one of our offices and make a booking to speak with one of our highly experienced and dedicated wills and estate planning lawyers.
*This information is current at the time of publication. For accurate legal advice, please contact Scammell & Co on 08 8440 270.
