Legal Services

Legal Services offered in the Area of Wills & Estates

We provide services for Estate Planning, creation of Wills, Power of Attorney, and Enduring Guardians. We are also specialists and can assist and guide you in Probate, Letters of Administration and Estate Litigation matters.

Estate planning can be a complex area, particularly these days when many families are blended, and a one-size-fits-all approach is simply not adequate. We will consider your individual circumstances to tailor your estate plan and Will to your unique needs.

If you have recently lost a family member or loved one, we can assist you with applying for a Grant of Probate or if your family member or loved one died without a Will we can assist you apply for Letters of Administration.

Following receiving the Grant of Probate or the Letters of Administration we can assist with administration of the estate and the estate distribution.

Preparing an Estate Plan and a Will

A Will is a legal document that sets out how your assets will be distributed after you die. Your Will nominates your beneficiaries and appoints an executor to manage your affairs and ensure that your wishes are upheld. Your Will can also make guardianship arrangements for any minor children and you may provide funeral and burial instructions. 

While preparing a Will is generally the first step in planning your estate, it is important to consider other financial and legal matters. This might include your superannuation, looking after vulnerable beneficiaries, tax planning, and appointing an attorney to manage your affairs if you are incapacitated. We work closely with our clients to understand their individual needs and develop comprehensive estate plans tailored to their circumstances.