How much does a solicitor charge for a Will in Australia?

Solicitor fees for a simple Will typically range from $600 to $1,500 in Australia. Complex Wills involving testamentary trusts, business structures, or international assets can cost $2,000 to $5,000 or more. Each revision or update usually incurs an additional fee. By comparison, ezyWill costs $99 per year and includes unlimited updates, a digital vault, and executor notifications.

Is an online Will as legally valid as a solicitor's Will?

Yes. An online Will is just as legally valid as one drafted by a solicitor, provided it meets your state's requirements for execution — typically, the Will must be in writing, signed by the testator, and witnessed by two independent adults. ezyWill generates state-specific documents that comply with local legislation. The legal validity depends on proper signing and witnessing, not on who drafted the document.

Can I update my Will without going back to a solicitor?

If your Will was drafted by a solicitor, you will typically need to return to them (or another solicitor) for updates, which incurs additional fees. With ezyWill, you can update your Will at any time as part of your annual subscription — no appointments, no extra charges, no waiting. This makes it easy to keep your Will current after life events like marriage, divorce, or the birth of a child.

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Q: Do I need a lawyer to make a Will in Australia?

No. In Australia, you do not need a solicitor to create a legally valid Will. You can write your own Will, use a DIY kit, or use an online platform like ezyWill. What matters is that the Will is properly signed and witnessed according to your state's requirements. However, if you have a complex estate — such as business interests, international assets, blended family disputes, or testamentary trusts — professional legal advice is recommended.

Q: When should I use a solicitor instead of an online Will?

You should consider using a solicitor if you have a complex estate that includes business ownership, international assets, a blended family with potential disputes, a desire for testamentary trusts, significant tax planning needs, or a high-value estate over $5 million. For straightforward estates — a family home, superannuation, bank accounts, and personal belongings — an online Will platform provides a legally valid, more affordable, and more convenient option.

A fair, honest comparison to help you choose the right option for your estate. Sometimes online is perfect. Sometimes you need a solicitor. Here is how to decide.

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Side-by-Side Comparison

How online Wills and solicitor-drafted Wills compare across the factors that matter most.

Factor	Online Will (ezyWill)	Solicitor
Cost	$99/year	$600–$1,500+
Speed	~20 minutes	2–4 weeks
Updates	Unlimited (included)	Charged per revision
Convenience	Online, 24/7	Appointment required
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Executor notifications
Complex estates	Guided templates	Personalised advice
Business owners	Limited	Recommended
International assets	Limited	Recommended

A Note on Cost

Solicitor fees vary widely by location, complexity and firm, and are unregulated — no Australian law society publishes a scale for Will drafting. Firms that publish fixed fees for a testamentary trust Will advertise from about $1,700 to $5,500 depending on whether it's an individual or a couple (checked August 2026).

Always request a fixed-fee quote from your solicitor before proceeding.

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When an Online Will Is the Right Choice

For the majority of Australians, an online Will provides everything you need — legally valid, properly structured, and far more affordable.

Straightforward estates

A family home, superannuation, bank accounts, a car, and personal belongings — the vast majority of Australian estates fall into this category.

Young families

You need to appoint guardians, set up basic provisions for children, and name an executor. An online Will handles all of this with guided prompts.

Time-poor professionals

No need to book appointments, take time off work, or wait weeks for a draft. Complete your Will from your couch at 10 pm on a Tuesday.

Frequent updaters

Life changes often — new baby, new home, change of executor. With unlimited updates included, you can revise your Will whenever you need to without extra cost.

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When You Need a Solicitor

Some estates genuinely require personalised legal advice. We believe in being upfront about when an online Will is not enough.

Business owners

If you own a business, partnership, or company shares, a solicitor can structure your Will to address succession planning, buy-sell agreements, and business continuity.

International assets

Property or investments in multiple countries may require separate Wills for each jurisdiction. A solicitor with international estate experience is essential.

Blended families with disputes

If you anticipate challenges from ex-partners, stepchildren, or estranged relatives, a solicitor can help structure your Will to minimise the risk of a successful contest.

Testamentary trusts

Trusts created within a Will (testamentary trusts) offer tax advantages and asset protection for beneficiaries. They require careful legal drafting that goes beyond standard templates.

The ezyWill Advantage

The Best of Both Worlds

You should not have to choose between convenience and security. ezyWill gives you the speed and affordability of an online platform with identity-verified digital signing and encrypted document storage, so your Will is protected the moment it's signed.

Create online

Answer guided questions at your own pace, whenever suits you.

Verify and sign

Identity-verified digital signing seals your Will with biometric checks.

Store and protect

Digital vault, executor notifications, and estate admin tools — all included.

The Full Picture

A Will is step one. We handle steps two through ten.

Whether you choose an online Will or a solicitor, what happens after matters just as much. ezyWill covers the entire lifecycle.

Create

Guided will builder with plain-English questions. No legal jargon, no appointments, no waiting rooms.

Verify & Sign

Identity-verified digital signing, backed by biometric checks, seals your Will.

Store

Encrypted digital vault for your Will and important documents. Bank-grade AES-256 encryption keeps everything secure.

Notify

Your executor and deputies receive role-based access. Everyone knows their responsibilities before they are needed.

Activate

When the time comes, your executor is notified automatically with access to your Will, vault, and estate administration tools.

Common Frustrations with the Traditional Route

Not criticisms — just realities that many Australians experience when using a solicitor for their Will.

High upfront cost

A simple solicitor-drafted Will starts at $600 and can exceed $1,500. Couples pay double. Every update or revision incurs additional fees, discouraging people from keeping their Will current.

Slow turnaround

Booking an appointment, attending a consultation, waiting for a draft, reviewing it, then returning to sign — the process typically takes two to four weeks. Life events do not wait that long.

No digital storage

Most solicitors hand you a paper Will in an envelope. There is no encrypted vault, no executor notification system, and no central place for your family to find critical documents when they need them most.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a lawyer to make a Will in Australia?

No. There is no legal requirement to use a solicitor to create a Will in Australia. What matters is that the Will is properly executed — in writing, signed by you, and witnessed by two independent adults according to your state's requirements. Online platforms like ezyWill generate state-specific, legally structured Wills that meet these requirements. A solicitor is recommended for complex estates involving business interests, international assets, or anticipated disputes.

How much does a solicitor charge for a Will?

Solicitor fees for a simple Will typically range from $600 to $1,500 in Australia. A Will with testamentary trusts or complex structures can cost $2,000 to $5,000 or more. Couples should expect to pay roughly double. Each subsequent update or revision incurs additional fees, typically $200 to $500. ezyWill costs $99 per year with unlimited updates included.

Is an online Will legally valid?

Yes. An online Will is just as legally valid as one drafted by a solicitor, provided it meets your state's execution requirements. In all Australian states and territories, a valid Will must be in writing, signed by the testator (the person making the Will), and witnessed by two independent adults who are present at the same time. ezyWill generates state-specific documents that comply with local legislation.

When should I use a solicitor instead of an online Will?

Consider a solicitor if you own a business, have assets in multiple countries, have a blended family with potential disputes, want to set up testamentary trusts, or have a high-value estate with complex tax planning needs. For straightforward estates — which covers the majority of Australians — an online Will offers the same legal validity at a fraction of the cost and time.

Can I switch from a solicitor's Will to an online Will?

Yes. Creating a new, valid Will automatically revokes any previous Wills. If you currently have a solicitor-drafted Will and want to switch to ezyWill, simply create your new Will through the platform. Once signed and witnessed, it becomes your current, legally valid Will and all previous Wills are revoked. Always destroy old copies to avoid confusion.

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