Practical legal assistance with deceased estates, wills, trusts, curatorship applications and selected civil litigation.
When someone dies, the estate must be reported and administered before assets can be transferred or distributed. We assist families, executors and estate representatives with reporting the estate, obtaining the required appointment, preparing administration documents and guiding the matter towards lawful distribution.
A clear, properly executed will records a person's wishes and helps reduce uncertainty for those left behind. We prepare and review wills, explain the practical effect of key provisions and help clients keep their estate-planning instructions clear, workable and aligned with their circumstances.
When a person may no longer be able to manage certain personal or financial affairs, legal authority cannot simply be assumed by a relative. We can assess the appropriate protective route, prepare the required court application and supporting evidence, and guide the appointment process with the person's dignity and interests kept central.
Whether you are creating a trust or dealing with an existing one, its purpose, trust deed and the trustees' authority must be clear. We assist with trust deeds, registration and trustee changes, and advise trustees and beneficiaries on trust governance and administration.
We assist with selected civil disputes in the High Court and Magistrates' Courts, from assessing the legal position and preparing the required papers to representing clients as the matter progresses.
If your matter is not covered above, you are welcome to contact Archer Attorneys. We can consider the circumstances, confirm whether we can assist and arrange a consultation where appropriate.
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