Incapacity planning
Incapacity planning We put the authority in the hands of someone you chose, before anyone needs to use it. You make decisions today that other people depend on. An accident, an illness or simply age can end that on any given morning, and the moment it does your family needs authority they will not have. […]
Estate planning and Wills
Estate planning and Wills We build the plan that gets what you have built to the people you meant it for. You know you need to sort this out, and every time you sit down to start you find a reason not to. That is normal, and it is not really about paperwork. It is […]
Trust control strategies and distribution deeds
Trust control strategies and distribution deeds We settle who controls the family trust after you, in documents your Will cannot reach. Most of what you have built probably sits in the family trust rather than in your own name, and that is the part your will does not touch. A trust does not pass under […]
Worried about legal costs for challenging a Will? A guide for claimants in South Australia
If you’ve been left out of a Will or believe the provision made for you is inadequate, you may be wondering whether you can apply for a greater share of the estate. You may also be worried about what it could cost you to make a claim. Under South Australia’s new Succession Act 2023 (SA) (the Act), people in […]
ADLV Law acts for Solitaire Automotive Group in sale to Autosports Group Limited
We are proud to have advised the shareholders of Solitaire Automotive Group on its acquisition by Autosports Group Limited (ASX: ASG) for approximately $50M. Solitaire Automotive Group are a household name in the South Australian luxury automotive industry, operating 15 dealerships across the Adelaide metro area which generate an estimated $300M annual revenue, their acquisition marks a new era in […]
Deal with a deceased estate
When someone you care about passes away, the legal responsibilities that follow can feel overwhelming. We will handle the complexity, guide you through every step, and make sure the estate is administered correctly and with care.
Give back to the community
You have built something meaningful and you want to use it to make a difference. We will help you put the right legal structure in place so your generosity is properly organised, tax-effective, and built to last.
Pass on your wealth
You have spent a lifetime building what you have. Making sure it reaches the right people, in the right way, with as little lost to tax or conflict as possible, requires careful planning done well in advance. We will help you get every piece of it right.
Rising probate costs: how court fees and legal costs impact estates
Probate filing fees now reach over $17,500 in some states, with rising legal costs adding pressure on executors. Here’s what families and family businesses need to know. The cost of probate is rising When someone passes away, dealing with their estate involves more than just grief and paperwork. Executors must navigate probate – the process of proving a Will […]
Step-children and family provision claims: what step-parents in SA need to know
Blended family dynamics can be complicated, especially when it comes to estate planning. If you’re a step-parent preparing your estate plan, you may feel uneasy about recent changes in South Australian succession law, particularly the expanded rights of step-children under new Succession Act 2023 (SA) (the Act). Under section 115, step-children are now expressly eligible to apply for family provision […]