Deal with a deceased estate

When someone close to you passes away, you’re often left to navigate not only the emotional impact but also the complex legal and administrative steps required to finalise their affairs. Whether you are an executor, administrator, beneficiary, or family member, you may need to obtain probate, transfer property, resolve disputes, or protect your rights.

We provide clear, compassionate, and expert guidance to help you deal with these matters efficiently and with confidence.

Why choose ADLV Law?

  • Specialist estate lawyers with deep experience in probate, trusts, and estate disputes.
  • Clear, practical advice so you understand your options and obligations.
  • Cost transparency from the outset, no hidden surprises.
  • Efficient and empathetic service, helping you resolve matters promptly and with minimal stress.

 

How we can help: 

We work with clients across all areas of deceased estate law, including:

Obtain a grant of probate

Apply to the Supreme Court to prove a Will’s validity and appoint executors.

Defend a Will or estate claim

Represent executors in defending family provision claims, Will challenges, and other disputes.

Make a Will or estate claim

Assist beneficiaries and eligible persons to challenge a Will or claim their legal entitlement.

Post-death testamentary & super proceeds trusts

Establish trusts for minor beneficiaries or to distribute superannuation benefits in a tax-effective way.

Property transfers from an estate

Manage conveyancing and transmission applications for property held in the deceased’s name.

Advice on entitlements

Provide clear advice if you believe you’ve been unfairly left out or not adequately provided for.

General estate administration

Handle all aspects of estate management, from asset collection to distribution.

Our approach

    Step 1

    Talk with a lawyer

    We review the Will (if there is one), the estate’s assets and liabilities, and your position as executor, administrator, or beneficiary.

    Step 2

    Formulate a plan

    We outline the steps you need to take, whether that involves applying for probate, transferring property, defending a claim, or negotiating a settlement.

    Step 3

    Execute the plan

    We handle the legal processes and keep you informed, so you can focus on what matters most during a difficult time.

    Our Great Lawyer Guarantee

    We want to be part of your team over the long term. We'll achieve this by sticking closely to the following principles:

    • We'll listen carefully to understand what you want to achieve. Then we'll thoroughly explain our advice and step you through the documents. You can be sure you'll know the full consequences.
    • Our lawyers work as a team, so someone will always be available to answer your questions, or point you in the right direction. You will also benefit from a range of perspectives and experience.
    • One of our key goals is to pass on as much knowledge as we can, so you can make your own informed decisions. We want to make you truly independent.
    • We only do what we're good at. You can be confident that we know what we're doing and won't pass on the cost of our learning.
    • For advice and documents, we provide a fixed or capped quote so you don’t take price risk. If you're in a dispute, we'll map out the process and costs so you know what to expect.
    • We're not in this game for our egos. We're in it for a front row seat to witness your success.

    We measure our success on how efficiently we have facilitated your objectives, enhanced your relationships, and reduced the level of stress for all involved.

    If we sound like people you can work with, call us now and speak directly with a great lawyer.

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