How We Can Help
We are here to assist you when it comes to matters dealing with Wills and Estate Administration. Our wide range of legal services include:
Obtaining Grants of Probate / Letters of Administration
We assist with applications to the Supreme Court of Victoria for:
- Grants of Probate where a valid Will exists
- Grants of Letters of Administration with a Will
- Grants of Letters of Administration without a Will (Intestacy)
- Applications to recognise informal Wills as valid
Real Estate Transactions in Deceased Estates
We help executors manage real estate matters in deceased estates, including:
- Conveyancing
- Deeds of Family Arrangement
- Notice of Death – recording the passing of a joint tenant on title
- Transmission Applications – transferring the deceased’s interests to an executor, administrator, or beneficiary
Estate
Administration
We support executors in fulfilling their responsibilities under a Will, including:
- Collecting and selling assets
- Paying debts and liabilities
- Providing legal guidance on executor duties
- Preparing estate accounts for executors and beneficiaries
- Distributing the estate according to the Will or intestacy laws
Estate Litigation
We assist in resolving disputes involving Wills and estates, such as:
- Contesting a Will through Family Provision Claims
- Challenging the validity of a Will
- Applications to clarify the terms of a Will
- Recovering debts owed to an estate
- Wrongful death claims
- Legal proceedings to remove an executor
Estate Planning
We help you secure your future and ensure your wishes are carried out by:
- Drafting legally binding Wills
- Preparing Powers of Attorney for financial and personal decisions
- Drafting Advance Care Directives to outline medical preferences
- Appointing an Enduring Guardian to make health and lifestyle decisions if you lose capacity
- Establishing family and unit trusts