Contested Wills & Estate Litigation
Estate Litigation
We are here to support you throughout your matter. Our expertise includes challenging and defending a broad spectrum of disputes related to wills, estates, and trusts, such as:
- Providing advice regarding the invalidity of a Will due to the Willmaker's lack of capacity;
- Removing an executor who is not acting in the estate's best interest;
- Ensuring that an executor distributes assets to the beneficiaries of an estate;
- Contesting and defending estate claims;
- Resolving disputes concerning the distribution of estates and family trusts; and
- Liaising with Courts regarding estates, Wills, including a lack of capacity for a Will;
What JLA will do for you
Our Expertise
We specialise in handling complex estate disputes that stem from factors such as family business structures, SMSFs, complicated family dynamics, family members with special needs, and tax issues. Our expertise in these areas allows us to secure successful and efficient outcomes for our clients.
Our Focus
We are committed to helping you reach your goals efficiently, steering clear of prolonged and costly disputes. When litigation becomes necessary, we guide you from the outset, providing transparent costs and keeping your goals in sharp focus.
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