Robbins Watson have been assisting clients with estate planning, deceased estate administration and estate disputes for over 60 years.
We are consistently recognised by our peers in the prestigious Doyle’s Guide as one of Queensland’s leading succession law firms in the categories of Wills, Estates and Succession Planning and Wills and Estates Litigation.
There is no substitute for experience and expertise in such a specialised and ever-evolving area of the law, and where the consequences for making a mistake can be so severe.
No matter how complex or straightforward your circumstances, our award-winning Wills and Estates Team can assist.
You work hard. You have done well. Yet, being in business places those assets at risk. No matter how good a businessperson you are, there can always be an event which you cannot control, but for which you may be personally liable.
A testamentary trust is a trust forming part of your will which only comes into effect upon your death.
Superannuation is now a major asset for most Australians, often the largest or second largest asset they have.
An advance health directive (AHD) is a formal way to provide detailed and specific instructions about your health care; such as certain medical treatments and end of life care; particular medical conditions; and religious or cultural beliefs.
We provide comprehensive legal support for the administration of deceased estates.
An enduring power of attorney is a legal document which enables you to appoint a trusted person to make decisions for you – particularly if, though accident or illness you lose capacity to make them yourself.
Estate disputes, once a rarity, are now very common. People are both more aware of their rights to challenge a will they think is unfair or invalid, and more willing to exercise those rights.
Your will is one of the most important documents you will ever sign. It is not something to put off doing, and not something you can do once, then forget.