Estate Planning and Probate

We prepare standard and testamentary trust wills tailored to your objectives, including asset protection, tax planning and safeguarding vulnerable beneficiaries. We also draft powers of attorney to ensure trusted decision-makers are appointed if needed.

Powers of Attorney allow you to appoint trusted individuals to make decisions on your behalf if you are unable to do so. These decisions include financial matters, personal/lifestyle matters and medical treatment decisions. Having these arrangements in place may assist in avoiding uncertainty and ensuring decisions are made by the right people.

Superannuation is a key component of long-term wealth planning. We provide advice on superannuation structures, self-managed super funds, compliance and estate planning considerations to ensure your retirement assets are protected and managed effectively.

Establish the structures to help protect your estate now and in the future. Get sound advice and guidance from our experienced team to select the right trust for your circumstances. 

Administering or disputing an estate can be challenging. We provide clear, supportive advice on probate, estate distribution and will disputes, ensuring matters are handled efficiently and with care.

Disputes can arise in relation to Wills, inadequate distributions or the conduct of executors. Early advice may assist in resolving issues or preparing for formal proceedings where required.

Position: Special Counsel
Email: evelyn.burke-shyne@avantlaw.com.au
Contact Number: 0481 095 525

Position: Team Manager
Email: rachael.lagana@avantlaw.com.au
Contact Number: 0433 487 065

Review your estate planning circumstances and documents to ensure they remain appropriate and effective with our expert's checklist. 

Estate planning is often seen as something to deal with later in life, but Avant Law outlines why doctors need to think about it differently.

Rewatch our expert-led webinar on protecting vulnerable beneficiaries through effective estate planning.

A Will is one of the most important legal documents you will ever create. But where should you keep the original document?

A Will is one of the most important legal documents you will ever create. But where should you keep the original document?