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Latest online guides

We understand that dealing with the practicalities of death can seem overwhelming and complicated. It’s common to have some questions. That’s why we have written these simple guides, minus the legal jargon.

Time to Include a Charity in your Will

Willed are encouraging Australians to create a better world with charitable giving in their Wills.

Aaron Zelman
The Complete Guide to Funeral Etiquette in 2025

Whether you're the grieving widow or an acquaintance of the deceased, these funeral etiquette tips will ensure that you don't make any gaffes during this difficult time.

Willed
Why Should you Have an Enduring Power of Attorney in Australia (2025)

An Enduring Power of Attorney allows you to appoint someone to manage your financial and health affairs if you lose mental capacity.

Dave Kaplan
Medical Treatment Decision Maker Explained (2025)

A medical treatment decision maker makes decision on your behalf when you lose the capacity to do so yourself.

Dave Kaplan
Letters of Administration in Australia: The Beginners Guide 2025

The complete guide to Letters of Administration will cover who can apply, when to apply and when you need a lawyer.

Dave Kaplan
Estate Planning Checklist in Australia (2025)

Here is a complete estate planning checklist in Australia for 2021. To learn more about estate planning, read more.

Dave Kaplan
Why More People Are Preplanning Their Funerals

From securing a good price to relieving the burden on loved ones, here are 4 reasons why preplanning your funeral is the best choice for your loved ones.

Dave Kaplan
No More Excuses: Why You Shouldn't Put Off Writing Your Will

It’s easy to say you’ll ‘just do it later’ and that ‘there’s no real rush’ to get your Will written. But here’s why putting off your Will is likely a bad idea (sorry to break it to you).

Ariella Birnbaum

Read, then write

Put what you’ve learned into your Will.

Fifteen minutes, using documents prepared by Willed Law. More plain-English guidance below.