Codicil to a Will
This Codicil to a Will form is used to make minor changes, amendments and alternations to an existing will.
4.0 (11 reviews)
Last updated January 13, 2025
Under 5 minutes
Suitable for Australia
Written by
Edwin Montoya Zorrilla
Reviewed by
Damin Murdock
Document Overview
A codicil has to meet the formal requirements. To be legally valid the codicil document must be signed and executed in front of witnesses in the same way as for a will. Once completed the codicil is kept with that will.
It is recommended that the codicil can only be used when the change is minor and straightforward. A written record can help protect the parties to a will if any questions or legal issues arise regarding the amendments to the will.
The Legal Risk Score of a Codicil to a Will Template
Our legal team have marked this document as medium risk considering:
- The Codicil mandates the presence and attestation of witnesses, which if not properly adhered to, could invalidate the document.
- The Codicil may dispose of large assets.
Codicil to a Will Checklist
Complete your free Codicil to a Will with our checklist
Secure Witness Signatures
Ensure that the Codicil is signed in the presence of two witnesses, who must also sign the document to confirm their presence during its execution.
Store Document Safely
Keep the Codicil in a secure location where it can be easily accessed when needed, preferably together with the original Will.
Inform Executors
Notify the executors of the Will about the existence and the contents of the Codicil to ensure they are aware of any changes or confirmations.
Legal Review
Have the completed Codicil reviewed by a legal professional to confirm that it meets all legal requirements and accurately reflects your intentions.
Use this Codicil to a Will if:
- You would like to confirm some of the contents of an earlier will;
- You would like to alter or add additional clauses to the will;
- You want to follow all the proper processes to make legal amendments to the will; and
- You would like to have a record of the amendments of a will in the event of any legal action.
What does the Codicil to a Will cover?
- Confirm the contexts of an earlier will;
- Documents new updates to the will; and
- Informs the parties to the will of any new clauses.
Other names for Codicil to a Will include:
- Codicil Form;
- Will Codicil;
- Codicil; and
- Changes to a Will.
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