Clear, practical guidance for wills, probate, estate administration and estate disputes.
Preparing a Will or managing a loved one’s estate can feel overwhelming, especially during emotional times. At Checks & Balances Law, our wills and estate planning lawyers provide clear advice and supportive guidance to help you make confident decisions about your future — and your family’s.
We assist with all aspects of estate planning, probate, estate administration and disputes. Whether you’re creating a new Will, updating your arrangements, or handling an estate after someone’s passing, we ensure the legal process is simplified and stress-free.
We offer comprehensive advice and tailored documentation for all aspects of estate planning, including:
We prepare legally sound Wills that reflect your wishes clearly and help prevent disputes in the future.
If you already have a Will, we can review and update it to reflect new relationships, children, property or financial changes.
We help you appoint a trusted person to make financial or legal decisions on your behalf if you’re unable to do so.
Protect your wellbeing by appointing someone to make personal, health and lifestyle choices for you if required.
We advise on the creation of testamentary trusts to protect assets, provide tax benefits and support vulnerable beneficiaries.
Handling an estate can be complex and time-sensitive. We assist executors and families with:
Guidance on preparing and lodging probate applications with the Supreme Court of NSW.
If there is no valid Will, we assist with the administration process and advise on who is entitled to manage the estate.
We help with distributing assets, dealing with banks and financial institutions, superannuation claims, property transfers and resolving outstanding liabilities.
Our focus is on reducing stress and ensuring the estate is finalised efficiently and correctly.
Sometimes disagreements arise about a loved one’s Will or how an estate should be distributed.
We assist eligible individuals with:
If you’ve been left out of a Will or believe the provision made for you is insufficient, you may have legal grounds to challenge the Will.
We advise on disputes involving concerns about capacity, undue influence, fraud or improper execution.
Including removal of an executor, disputes between co-executors, or concerns about mismanagement.
We take a sensitive yet strategic approach to all estate disputes, working to resolve issues efficiently and with minimal conflict where possible.
Estate planning and administration are deeply personal. Our lawyers take time to understand your circumstances, wishes and concerns before providing clear, tailored advice.
Clients trust us for our:
Compassionate and respectful guidance
Clear explanations without legal jargon
Transparent and affordable fees
Strong knowledge of NSW estate law
Efficient handling of documents and court processes
Whether you’re creating a Will, managing a loved one’s estate or navigating a dispute, we’re here to help with clear advice and compassionate support.
Fast response • Confidential • No obligation
Address: Level 13, 111 Elizabeth Street, Sydney NSW 2000
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