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Someone who died

Information about what to do after someone dies in NSW.

Funerals

Find out more about who is responsible to arrange the funeral, paying for the funeral, and what to do if there is a dispute.

Wills and estates

Find out what to do if someone dies and how to deal with the estate.

Coronial inquests

Find out more about reportable deaths and where to get help if there is a coronial inquest.

Legal Aid NSW services

Contact us

If you have a legal problem in NSW, Legal Aid NSW is here to help you.

Coronial Inquest Unit

This service provides free statewide legal advice and assistance in coronial matters and representation at coronial inquests.

Legal Aid NSW resources

Why make a will?

This brochure has information about wills, including why it is important for everyone to have a will and how to make one.

Who gets my stuff when I die?

This brochure has information about wills and why they are important for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Forms - Wills and estates

This page has the instructions, sample forms and other documents in this topic.

Other services and resources