Unfair Will or suspect will? You may be eligible to make a claim even if you are left out of the will. Under the Succession Act NSW, a range of people are eligible to make a claim, including a defacto spouse, grandchild, or step child. The Court considers a range of factors including the nature of the claimant`s relationship with the deceased, the claimant`s finacial circumstances and financial needs. Contact us to advise or act for you in any negotiation, mediation or Court proceedings. You do not necessarily have to go to Court to challenge a will. Depending on the circumstances you can contact the Executor or Administrator of the Estate and then seek to negotiate a settlement, though you have ensure you have enough information to assess the fairness of the offer.