Wills & Estates
Wills and Estates is a fundamental area of the law where you would benefit from the expert assistance of our lawyers. This is often also a vulnerable and emotional time, so you will need the comfort and support of our knowledgeable Wills and Estates team. We will strive to ensure that all your pre-planning estate needs are structured to achieve your testamentary wishes.
WILLS: From the creation of a simple or a complex Will we can offer you expert ongoing guidance to achieve your objectives. We cater to all types of relationships and family types in designing an effective Will. Spend some time with us today to explore the structuring of this critical document. Pre-planning now ensures that you have your affairs in order regardless of what transpires in life. We offer a fixed fee service for will preparation.
POWER OF ATTORNEY: We can provide you with all the legal documents that execute an enduring power of attorney or even a limited power of attorney, depending on which best suits your needs at any time. For health and financial matters, it is prudent to ensure that you have the requisite documents and appropriate people in place to achieve your desired outcomes. We can provide guidance on the powers and limitations that these documents can encapsulate and ensure you are protected every step of the way and as your personal or business needs change.
GUARDIANSHIP: There are times in life where you need to be sure that you are acting in the best interests of your children or other vulnerable parties. We can assist in all aspects of planning and/or contesting this sensitive and emotional right.
ELDER LAW: Elders are vulnerable to various sensitive scenarios and we can assist you achieve the requisite protection. You will feel safe knowing you have our legal professional support.
PROBATE: Executors can rely on our methodologies to ensure that the estate is settled in accordance with the wished expressed in the will. Be sure you conduct the affairs of the Estate with the appropriate due diligence. Expert advice is critical at this time. We simplify this complex process and conduct the probate efficiently to achieve the desired outcomes. In some instances, you will require us to seek Letters of Administration for the Estate where a love one died intestate (without a valid will).
CONTESTED ESTATES:
Contested Estates are also an area where we can provide the required services. So; if you have been unfairly omitted from a will contact us. Legislated criteria and strict time-limits apply for contesting wills; therefore, you need to act quickly to preserve your legal rights and give the proper legal notices. So, if you been unfairly omitted in a will or perhaps received unfair distribution you should call us without delay.
At times like these you need an exceptional lawyer to highlight your rights in the ever-changing legal landscape. Legislation can radically impact your rights and may provide you the opportunity to be properly catered for under a will. It is always in your best interest to seek legal advice at critical times where your rights may be affected if you fail to act and bring an action.
In many cases we can negotiate or mediate a successful outcome without the need for litigation.