I am a widower in my seventies. I have a lady friend with whom I would like to live. I do not wish to upset my children marrying her as their mother died just over a year ago. I want to leave the bulk of my estate to my children and grandchildren but would also like to provide for my ladyfriend. What should I do ?
By: דיאנה שאלתיאל•Published on: 03 May, 2022Preferably operate on two fronts – make a property/family life agreement with this ladyfriend, and also make a valid will. Together this would allow you to leave the bulk of your estate to your family, and also provide for your ladyfriend.
You are free to do what you want with your own property in your will – leave it to your children and grandchildren from what is said. Should you not wish to also draw up a “living together agreement” (which would define your mutual rights and obligations regarding property, and could clearly protect your interests and those of your family , during your relationship and afterwards should you split up or die) you could make also make some provision for this lady in the will, too.