Wills & Estates Lawyers Canberra
Your dedicated team for wills & estates in Canberra
Turner Freeman Lawyers’ experienced wills and estate lawyers in Canberra help clients plan for the future and manage all aspects of estate matters. We provide assistance with drafting and updating wills, tailored estate planning, probate, estate administration, and resolving estate disputes. Our advice is practical and personalised, ensuring your wishes are upheld and your loved ones are cared for.
How can our Canberra wills and estate lawyers help?
Wills & Estates law affects every person throughout their lives when they require a will or lose a loved one. Having the right legal services and support is important to make sure wishes are properly carried out. Our dedicated team of estate lawyers in Canberra can assist you in all of the following areas:
- Making a will
- Powers of attorney
- Estate planning
- Advance health directives
- Estate administration
- Superannuation claims
- Estate litigation and will disputes
- Family provision claims
Turner Freeman Lawyers understand the stressors of dealing with such personal and emotional matters which come at often a difficult time. We offer a comprehensive, cost-effective and sensitive approach to Estate Planning, Estate Administration and Estate Litigation.
Recognised for excellence in wills & estates law
Turner Freeman is proud to be recognised by Doyle’s Guide, an independent ranking of Australia’s best law firms and practitioners. These acknowledgements reflect the knowledge, professionalism and commitment of our wills & estates team.
Turner Freeman Lawyers Canberra
Our specialist wills and estates lawyers can help with all kinds of estate planning and litigation in Canberra and the ACT. Contact our office today for expert legal advice.
Getting to our office
Our Canberra office has recently moved and is now located at Suite 6B, Level 2, 28 Ainslie Pl, Canberra ACT 2601.
Unable to come to us? We also offer home and hospital visits if you are unable to meet us in any of our offices.
Our Canberra Wills & Estate Lawyers
Frequently asked questions
Does Turner Freeman ‘no win, no fee policy apply to wills & estates services?
No. Our no win, no fee policy is exclusively offered to personal injury claims.
Does a will need to be signed by a lawyer in the ACT?
In the ACT, you don’t need a lawyer to sign a will. As long as you sign it in the presence of two valid witnesses, and follow the witnessing rules, your will can be legally valid. If you’re unsure or your situation is complicated, it’s always wise to seek legal advice.
Who can challenge a will in the ACT?
In the ACT, a will can be challenged by certain eligible people, including the deceased’s spouse or domestic partner, children (including stepchildren and adopted children), and anyone who was financially dependent on the deceased or had a close personal relationship with them.
How long do i have to contest a will?
In the ACT, you generally have 6 months from the date probate or letters of administration are granted to file a family provision claim contesting a will.
If you miss this deadline, the court can allow a late application, but only if there are exceptional circumstances and it’s in the interests of justice. It’s best to seek legal advice as soon as possible after the death, as preparing a claim can take time.
What if I can’t travel to your office?
If you are unable to travel to our Canberra office due to medical or personal reasons, we are more than happy to come to you or organise a video call.
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