Rated in top 3 of “The Three Best Estate Planners” in the Illawarra
At Adams Legal we provide solutions for a range of matters relating to Family Estates and Family Provision Claims. We have designed packages that ensure that you can afford to protect yourself and your family with the full suite of Testamentary documents. And if your issue has progressed to disputes among family members over the distribution of an estate then you need to call us so we can explain the next steps and start to remove the stress and distress of this situation.
Estates, Wills, Family Provision Claims
At Adams Legal we understand that dealing with a deceased estate is one of the more difficult challenges in life. From mountains of paper work to legal jargon and simmering family disputes, they’re the last things you want to deal with when you’re grieving the loss of someone important in your life.
So, let us make it easier by:
Interpreting the Will of the deceased in terms of estate laws
Advising executors and trustees in regard to their duties and rights
Informing government bodies including Centrelink and Veterans Affairs
Applying for Probate of the Will in the Supreme Court
Dealing with intestacy (where there is no Will)
Applying for Letters of Administration (if the Will is deemed invalid or is absent)
Identifying estate assets and liabilities
Obtaining valuations of estate property
Collecting estate financial assets including superannuation, bank funds, shares, outstanding loans, and insurance pay outs
Selling or transferring estate property including estate auctions
Paying estate debts including mortgages, funeral costs, and testamentary expenses
Advising in regard to family and testamentary trusts
Administering trust funds
Distributing bequests and inheritances to beneficiaries
Organising information for estate tax returns
If there is conflict then organising family mediation and negotiation
Contesting Wills and defending estate litigation in the Supreme Court
Commercial and Contract Law
Our commercial and litigation department is led by Stephen Quartermain. In this area we look after our business clients in regard to commercial or contract disputes and advice. You can trust Stephen to explain the contracts and agreements to you so that you have no trouble understanding the terms. With over 35 years of experience and his access to legal professionals in his network, Stephen will find a resolution for your disputes and also work with you to make sure there are no future disputes with new agreements.
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