Practice Areas

Wills & Estate Planning

Decisions that protect the people who depend on you. An estate plan is about who is protected and how, and it only works if it says exactly what you mean.

What We Cover

Comprehensive Estate Frameworks

You do not need significant wealth for this to matter; you need it if people depend on you or you have built something valuable.

For Business Owners

Why business owners need both plans done together

Most legal headaches happen when someone's personal will and their business succession plan were drafted by different people at different times. Your shareholding and buy-sell arrangements do not sit apart from your personal estate; they must work together, and we advise on both.

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Who This Is For

Estate planning is for everyone

You don't need to be wealthy to need a proper estate plan. You need one if you have people who depend on you, assets you've built, or wishes you want respected.

Individuals and families

Making sure assets go where intended and the right people make decisions on your behalf.

Business owners and founders

Succession planning, shareholder exits, and ensuring your departure does not leave your family exposed.

Blended families

Managing more moving parts means more that needs to be spelled out clearly and enforceably.

Clients with overseas assets

We ensure your comprehensive estate plan properly accounts for the laws in each relevant international jurisdiction.

Common Questions

Estate Planning FAQ

Answers to the questions we hear most often. Estate planning shouldn't be complicated - it should be clear.

Do I need a will if I am young and healthy?

Yes, if you have assets, a partner, or kids. Without a will, your estate is divided by a default formula that may have nothing to do with what you would actually want.

What happens if I die without one?

Your estate is distributed under the Administration and Probate Act's statutory formula. It can take longer, cost more, and land very differently than you would have chosen.

How often should I update my will?

After any major life event: marriage, divorce, a new child, a big asset purchase, or a change to your business. Otherwise, every three to five years is a sensible check-in.

What is the difference between a will and a trust?

A will takes effect after you die to distribute your estate. A trust holds assets for beneficiaries and operates while you are alive, offering advantages for tax and asset protection.