Probate & Estate Lawyers

Whether you’re a business owner or an employee, it is essential to protect the estate that you have built after years of hard work. The probate and estate lawyers at McDonald Murholme are here to assist you with all your estate planning needs. We can ensure your assets are transferred according to your wishes, and we also partner with individuals who are looking to receive a fair distribution of a deceased estate.

Probate Estate Lawyers

 

Meet Our Probate Lawyers in Melbourne, Sydney, Canberra, Adelaide, Brisbane and Across Australia

Mr David Lucas, Special Counsel, is McDonald Murholme’s specialist in the area of probate and estates law. David can provide you with invaluable advice and essential services to plan for the most critical times of your life and business.

David works out of our Sydney office but is also available in Melbourne.

Come to our probate lawyers in Melbourne and Sydney for advice and services in the following areas:

  • Structuring of a will
  • Tax-effective strategies for passing on assets
  • Minimising the risk of future disputes
  • Advice on the appointment of Enduring Financial Powers of Attorney and Enduring Medical Powers of Attorney
  • Advice on the appointment of Enduring Powers of Guardianship
  • Planning and advice regarding superannuation, trusts, and private companies
  • Assistance with securing a Grant of Probate
  • Advice and services to dispute a will or defend a wills and estates claim

Talk to Our Probate and Estate Lawyers Today

To chat with a specialist probate and estates lawyer in Melbourne or Sydney, or for advice and services across Australia, contact our dedicated new enquiries team. Call 9650 4555 or make an online enquiry for a prompt reply.

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