Wills

A will is a legal document that clearly sets out your wishes for the distribution of your assets after your death. At MW Law we can assist you with

• preparing, reviewing, advising – as family and circumstances change
• testamentary trust arrangements
• specific bequest or gifts
• right to reside / portable life interest
• disability trust or international will
• please refer to our checklist attached

Powers of Attorney

A Power of Attorney is a document which authorises someone else to make legal or financial decisions on your behalf when you no longer can make those decisions.  This can be a trusted friend or relative.  At MW Law we can assist you in

• preparing, reviewing, advising
• enduring, medical, financial, personal and guardianship
• advanced health directives

Probate and Administration

Probate is a legal document issued by the Court confirming that a Will is valid and that assets can now be distributed to the beneficiaries in accordance with the Will. MW Law can

• apply for probate/ letters of administration
• manage and administer estates (directly and at the request of executors)
• advise on estate matters (retirement village exits, contested estate claims, gathering in and securing assets, valuing and distributing assets)
• deal with intestacy – where there is no will
• mediate between family and beneficiaries
• assist with will contests and disputes – initiating and defending

Estate Planning

• family audit, planning, asset search and identification
• arranging, planning and securing assets for allocation and protection
• attending to family business needs
• developing Family Charters and securing the family business
• succession arrangements