While it's a topic many shy away from, the undeniable importance of a well-crafted Will that accurately mirrors your final wishes cannot be overstated.
It is one of the most significant legal documents you will create, representing the final distribution of your assets and offering a clear direction of your preferences after your passing.
At Rothwell Lawyers, we recognise that drafting a Will or dealing with related matters is a highly personal, often emotional journey. These are not merely legal documents; they’re a reflection of your life, your values, and your relationships. Therefore, we approach each case with the sensitivity, respect, and care it deserves.
Our Wills & Estates team brings a wealth of experience to the table, ensuring that your estate planning needs are managed with precision, empathy, and foresight. Here’s an overview of the services we offer:
At Rothwell Lawyers, we don’t just offer legal advice. We offer peace of mind. We understand that estate planning involves difficult decisions and conversations, but with our support, you can be confident that your wishes will be honoured and your loved ones protected.
Wills
The most important thing in the area of Wills and Estates is that you have a properly drafted Will. Many of us know someone who has suffered the consequences of a badly drafted Will but bitter, protracted legal battles and estate claims can be avoided if your Will meets the necessary legal requirements.
Our expert solicitors can advise you on all aspects of drafting Wills, as well as how to challenge a Will and how to defend a Will that is being challenged.
Powers of Attorney
A Powers of Attorney document goes hand-in-hand with your Will, and is an essential step in ensuring your interests are protected at a time when you’re unable to do so yourself.
As experts in Wills and Estates, our team can advise you on all aspects of appointing Powers of Attorney, including who to choose and what decisions they’ll be responsible for, so that you have complete peace of mind.
Estate Planning
As family structures become more complex, more people now need to consider de facto partners, ex-partners and children when making their Will. In these situations, it is imperative you seek expert legal advice, especially if you wish to exclude someone from your Will and prevent it being challenged upon your death.
If, on the other hand, you have been left out of someone’s Will and believe you are entitled to part of their Estate, it is possible to challenge the Will provided you can demonstrate it being unfair or you believe that when the Will was made the person was not in a sound state of mind ie. suffered dementia. Professional legal advice is vital and must be sought as soon as possible. If you do not act within six months of the date Probate is issued, you may be prevented from making any claim on the Estate.
