Introduction
This Will (In Contemplation of Marriage) is a legal document designed for individuals who are planning to marry and want their will to remain effective.
It includes a specific clause confirming that the will is made in contemplation of marriage and is not void if the marriage does not take place.
The will sets out how the estate is to be distributed, including gifts, residue provisions and alternative distribution if the spouse does not survive.
It also includes provisions for appointment of executors, guardianship of minor children and administration of the estate.
📄 Will (In Contemplation of Marriage)
• Revocation of prior wills
• Definitions including spouse and children
• Survival period requirement for beneficiaries
💍 Marriage-Specific Provision
• Clause confirming will is made in contemplation of marriage
• Provision that the will is not void if the marriage does not take place
👨👩👧 Family & Beneficiary Provisions
• Gifts to nominated beneficiaries
• Provision for spouse and alternative beneficiaries
• Distribution to children with substitution for grandchildren
• Further distribution to extended family if required
🧾 Administration & Appointments
• Appointment of executor and trustee
• Appointment of guardian for minor children if spouse does not survive
• Payment of debts, expenses and duties
🏛 Trustee Powers
• Power to sell and manage estate assets
• Power to invest and apply income and capital
• Power to make payments for beneficiaries
• Power to borrow, insure and manage property
• Power to carry on business and deal with companies
• Power to deal with superannuation proceeds
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What is a Will in Contemplation of Marriage?
A will in contemplation of marriage is a will prepared before marriage with wording intended to ensure the will remains effective if the marriage takes place.
This document includes a clause confirming that the will is made in contemplation of marriage and is not void if the marriage does not take place.
It allows the person making the will to set out their estate distribution wishes before entering into marriage.
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At A Glance
What This Document Covers
• Estate distribution
• Marriage-specific provisions
• Gifts and residue
• Executor and trustee appointment
• Guardianship of children
Key Provisions Included
• Contemplation of marriage clause
• Survival and vesting conditions
• Distribution to spouse
• Substitution for grandchildren
• Trustee powers
Typical Use
• Couples planning marriage
• Pre-marriage estate planning
• Updating a will before marriage
• Providing for spouse and children
• Estate planning before relationship changes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a will in contemplation of marriage?
It is a will prepared before marriage with wording confirming that the will is made in contemplation of marriage.
Does this will remain effective if marriage takes place?
The document includes a clause stating that the will is made in contemplation of marriage and is not void if the marriage does not take place.
Does this include provisions for children?
Yes. The will includes provisions for children and allows grandchildren to take by substitution in certain circumstances.
Does this include signing instructions?
Yes. The download includes Will Signing Instructions and a Will Checklist.
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• Includes estate distribution and trustee powers
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