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Tweed coast Wills & Estates
Plan ahead to make sure your loved ones are cared for by creating a legally valid will with O’Reilly & Sochacki Lawyers. Our goal is to minimise the stress and hassle your family will go through when it comes to distributing your estate. Our caring and understanding solicitors are practiced in every aspect of will and estate law. We offer a range of services for clients throughout the Tweed Coast.
We understand that planning your will can be an emotional and stressful process. That’s why we’re committed to helping you create a legally binding document to ensure your wishes are honoured. From a standard will that you can start online through to a complex trust, we’ll make the process as efficient as possible.
There are many different kinds of wills you can have drafted, and our solicitors are here to answer all of your questions. To get started, book an appointment on
02 6672 2878.
Helping You Enjoy Peace of Mind
At O’Reilly & Sochacki Lawyers, we offer a range of estate planning solutions, from complex right through to packaged services. You can count on us for stress-free consultations, affordable payment plans and tailored advice to meet your unique requests. We also assist with challenging wills and can advise families on the next steps to take if no valid will has been left.
You can depend on our legal team to provide assistance with:
- Power of Attorney & Enduring Guardianship
- Inheritance planning & estate planning packages
- Executor services
- Financial requirements for the release of funds
- Finalising income tax affairs for an estate
- Testamentary trust wills
- Probate & administration of estates
- Disputing a will
- Self-managed superannuation funds
- Family provision claims
Our solicitors will listen to you and provide advice tailored to your situation. We aim to minimise the emotional strain of distributing estates and keep the process as simple as we can.
Developing a Will
Our solicitors provide clear advice to help you develop your estate plan or will. You’ll be able to decide how your assets should be distributed and nominate an executor. The executor will be the person who oversees the process and makes sure your wishes are honoured. At your appointment, you’ll be able to ask our professionals all of your questions so you can feel confident with your arrangements.
The team at O’Reilly & Sochacki Lawyers can also advise you in regard to estate and probate law. This is a legal process to validate a deceased person’s will and allow the executor to do their role. For example, a financial institution may require the grant of probate to release the deceased person’s funds to the executor. Whether you need assistance drafting a will or applying for probate, book an appointment today.
Distributing an Estate
Here at O’Reilly & Sochacki Lawyers, we can guide you through the legislation pertaining to wills and estates. If you’re not sure how an estate can be distributed or who needs to take care of it, get in touch with our understanding solicitors. Additionally, if you’ve been nominated as the executor of the will, we will also assist with probate applications.
If you haven’t been included in a will but believe you should have been, you may be able to make a claim against the estate. Get in touch for more information.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens if someone dies without a will in Australia?
If a person dies without a will, they are considered to have died intestate. In this case, state laws determine how their estate is distributed, usually prioritising spouses, children and close relatives. The process may take longer and involve additional legal steps, especially if there are disputes over who is entitled to administer the estate or receive assets.
Can a will be challenged in Australia?
Yes, a will can be contested under certain circumstances. Common reasons include claims of undue influence, lack of mental capacity, or that the will fails to make adequate provision for certain dependants. Eligible people, such as spouses, children or financial dependants, may file a family provision claim. Strict time limits apply, which vary by state.
What is the role of an executor in a will?
An executor is responsible for managing the estate of the deceased according to the terms of the will. This includes collecting assets, paying debts and taxes, and distributing inheritances. Executors may also need to apply for probate and deal with legal or financial institutions. The role can be complex and may involve professional help.
