Accredited Wills and Estates Specialist
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our estate planning is the process of preparing a strategy to deal with your assets after you die, including the preparation of your will.
To develop your estate plan we need to understand your financial and personal circumstances and how the assets you control are held – whether in your sole name, jointly, in a trust, by a company, or in a superannuation fund. These assets are gifted or dealt with in different ways.
We do not provide off the shelf estate plans. Our work requires detailed knowledge of the laws of Wills, Probate, Guardianship, Powers of Attorney, Trusts, Superannuation, Family Provision (inadequate provision in a Will), Family Law (divorce), Bankruptcy, Corporate Law, Stamp Duty, International Law and Tax Law.
No two clients’ circumstances are the same. Asset holdings vary dramatically in size and complexity and family situations and family dynamics vary enormously. We have the expertise and experience to ensure your estate plan will be tailored specifically to suit your needs.
Our legal team includes the only Accredited Wills & Estates Specialist in the Hunter Valley outside of Newcastle.
Wills & Estates
We have expertise in will drafting, including simple wills and wills with testamentary trusts and wills dealing with complex financial structures.
Estate Administration
We provide legal advice concerning estates and trusts of varying complexities and sizes.
Estate Planning
Your estate planning is the process of preparing a strategy to deal with your assets after you die, including the preparation of your will.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is estate planning just about writing a will?
No. While a will is central to estate planning, a complete plan may also include powers of attorney, guardianship appointments, and consideration of how superannuation and jointly held assets will be dealt with. We don't provide off-the-shelf estate plans; every plan is tailored to your individual financial and family circumstances.
What other documents should be part of my estate plan?
Depending on your circumstances, a complete estate plan may include a power of attorney, a guardianship appointment, and a memorandum of wishes to guide trustees or executors. Our team will discuss which documents are relevant to you during your consultation, so your estate plan reflects your full wishes, not just your will.
How does superannuation fit into my estate plan?
Superannuation isn't automatically covered by your will and is instead usually dealt with separately through a death benefit nomination made to your super fund. Understanding how your superannuation will be distributed is an important part of a complete estate plan, and our team can help make sure this aligns with your overall wishes.
Is estate planning only necessary for people with complex assets?
No. While estate planning becomes more detailed as your asset holdings and family situation grow in complexity, everyone benefits from having a clear, valid estate plan in place. Asset holdings vary dramatically in size, and family situations vary enormously, so we tailor every estate plan to suit your specific needs, however simple or complex.
How do I get started with estate planning at Bestic Law?
Getting started is simple. Contact Us to arrange a consultation, and our team will take the time to understand your financial and personal circumstances before recommending the right documents and structures for your situation. You can also learn more about our Wills & Estates services.
Why should I use a lawyer instead of a DIY Will kit?
You wouldn't wire your house without an electrician, fix your pipes without a plumber, or trust your health to anyone but a doctor. So why gamble your final wishes on a DIY Will kit? Lawyers spend years mastering the strict rules and precise wording that kits so often get wrong — and the cost of getting it wrong lands on the people you love. Invalid Wills, family disputes, and legal bills that dwarf what a proper Will would have cost, even on small estates. Do it once, do it right. Give your family clarity instead of conflict.