Wills, Estate Planning and Probate
It is very important to make sure that your loved ones will be provided for after you are gone, and this is best done by drawing up a will and engaging in estate planning. Without a will, your estate is distributed according to standardised legal methods, which may not be suitable to the individual circumstances of your family.
At Maxwell & Co our experienced team can assist you in a variety of wills, estate and probate matters. We can help you with:
Drafting Wills and other Documentation
Making a will and deciding who is to receive your wealth and assets after you pass away is a very big decision, and Maxwell & Co can guide you through this process and make sure that your wishes are preserved – whatever you decide.
Making a will is very important, since it is the only way that a person’s intentions can be legally reflected after passing. It also helps minimise the chances of any potential disputes arising concerning a deceased estate.
At Maxwell & Co we pride ourselves in being able to provide high quality legal services with a personal touch, and will give you empathetic and sound legal advice throughout this significant process.
Estate Planning
Maxwell & Co can provide you with thorough and competent estate planning. This process involves:
- Evaluation of all of your estate and non-estate assets
- Evaluation of possible beneficiaries of your assets
Estate planning is an important process, since takes into account your family circumstances and makes sure that your estate is divided and passed on in a suitable manner. Our solicitors will use their legal knowledge and expertise to give you the best advice possible and to ensure that your wishes are best carried out.
Probate
Probate is the process where a will is approved in the Supreme Court, and is necessary in order for your will to be deemed valid. This is a vital step in the creation of a will, and our experienced team at Maxwell & Co can facilitate the probate process so that there is no stress or concern on your end.