If you get married, your will is automatically revoked, unless it was made in contemplation of your marriage. This means that if you don’t update your will after getting married, it will be invalid and your estate may not be distributed according to your wishes. To avoid this, it’s important to update your will as soon as possible after getting married.
If you get divorced, any provisions in your will that relate to your former spouse will be revoked. However, the rest of your will remains valid. This means that if you don’t update your will after getting divorced, any gifts or appointments made to your ex-spouse may still be carried out.
To ensure that your will accurately reflects your wishes after a marriage or divorce, it’s important to review and update it regularly. This can help to avoid any potential legal disputes and ensure that your estate is distributed according to your current wishes.