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Wills and Estate

Wills and Estate

Estate Planning

Counsel can assist clients with:

  • Drafting Wills to ensure assets are distributed according to the client’s wishes.
  • Creating Powers of Attorney for property and personal care.
  • Establishing trusts, including testamentary and inter vivo trusts.
  • Advising on tax planning strategies to minimize estate taxes.
  • Reviewing and updating existing Wills and estate plans.

Probate and Estate Administration

Services include:

  • Applying for Probate or other estate validation processes.
  • Advising and assisting executors in fulfilling their legal duties.
  • Preparing estate accounting and financial reporting.
  • Administering estates, including payment of debts, taxes, and distribution of assets.

Estate Litigation

Counsel can represent clients in disputes, including:

  • Contested Wills or family provision claims.
  • Trust disputes among beneficiaries.
  • Challenges involving capacity, undue influence, or forgery.
  • Guardianship or capacity-related litigation impacting estates.

Capacity and Health Planning

Counsel may provide guidance on:

  • Drafting Advance Directives or living wills.
  • Planning for incapacity through powers of attorney.
  • Assisting in substitute decision-making where clients are incapable.

Estate Tax and Financial Advisory

Legal counsel can:

  • Advise on income tax and other tax implications of estate transfers.
  • Coordinate with financial professionals for estate tax compliance.
  • Plan charitable giving or donations as part of the estate strategy.

Specialized Estate Services

Additional services include:

  • Drafting international Wills and advising on cross-border estate issues.
  • Planning for business succession.
  • Advising on digital asset management, including online accounts and cryptocurrencies.