In New South Wales, the following people may be eligible to make a claim for will dispute:

Spouse or de facto partner: A current or former spouse or de facto partner of the deceased.

 Children: This includes biological children, stepchildren, and adopted children. It also includes children who were born outside of marriage.

Dependants: Any person who was wholly or partly dependent on the deceased person at the time of their death.

Former spouse or de facto partner: A former spouse or de facto partner who was receiving or entitled to receive maintenance from the deceased person.

Grandchildren: Grandchildren of the deceased person who were wholly or partly dependent on the deceased at the time of their death.

Any person who was living in a close personal relationship with the deceased. This includes a friend or carer who was living with the deceased person in a close personal relationship at the time of their death.