EXPERT LEGAL SERVICES FOR WILLS & ESTATES IN THE WIMMERA, VIC

THROUGH EVERY STEP

COMPASSIONATE WILLS & ESTATE SERVICES

If a loved one has passed away and you have to deal with their estate, the solicitors here at Power & Bennett Lawyers can help. Whether it’s helping to draw up a Will or handling affairs after a death, our lawyers can handle all aspects of Wills and Estates.

WE CAN:

  • Make applications for probate
  • Transfer houses and other land to executors and beneficiaries
  • Collect in bank accounts
  • Make life insurance claims
  • Arrange transfer of shares in companies
  • Attend to the winding up of all estate matters


Our lawyers John Adlington, Gary Nicholas and Alexander Smith can assist with all enquiries relating to Wills and Estates and all well experienced in this area.

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WHY HAVE A WILL?

Making a Will ensures that your assets will be distributed to your beneficiaries in accordance with your wishes when you pass away. Without a will, a statutory scheme distributes your assets amongst your loved ones, but perhaps not in the same way as you would have liked.

SECURE YOUR FUTURE

WHY HAVE A POWER OF ATTORNEY?

Making an Enduring Power of Attorney allows you to nominate someone you trust to make decisions and sign documents on your behalf, even if you have lost your decision-making capacity. This can save a lot of trouble for those left to look after you. We recommend that every adult has a power of attorney in place, regardless of their age.

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WHAT IS PROBATE?

Probate, which is Latin for ‘proof’, refers to the process of proving the Will of someone who has died and showing that it was indeed their last will and testament. Those who carry out this process are referred to as the executors, who must also prove that they are the appointed executors named in the Will.


Once this has been done, the executors are issued a Probate Parchment, which allows them to administer the estate and carry out the terms of the will. While it may not always be necessary to apply for probate, we can advise you about this as required.

Call us today on 03 5382 0061 for professional legal services for wills and estates in the Wimmera.

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