Why Every Adult Needs a Will, Not Just the Wealthy
Many people assume a will is only necessary once you've accumulated significant wealth. In practice, dying without one — known as dying "intestate" — creates real complications for the people you leave behind, regardless of how much or how little you own.
What happens without a will
Under Kenyan succession law, your estate is distributed according to a fixed legal formula, not according to your actual wishes. This can mean delays of months or years while the courts appoint an administrator, and outcomes that don't reflect what you would have chosen — particularly in blended families or where informal arrangements exist that were never formally documented.
What a will actually solves
A properly drafted will lets you decide, in your own words, who receives what, who should care for any minor children, and who is responsible for carrying out your wishes. It removes ambiguity for your family at a time when they're least equipped to navigate legal uncertainty.
Getting started is simpler than most people expect
A first consultation is usually enough to identify what needs to be included and flag anything that might complicate matters later — property in multiple names, business interests, or dependents who aren't immediate family.
If you don't yet have a will in place, it's worth addressing sooner rather than later, regardless of your age or the size of your estate.