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Estate planning & probate lawyers in Sydney.

Planning for your family, or managing an estate after a death? Get clear advice on your documents, your responsibilities and the next legal step.

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Illustrative estate-planning scene.

Katherine HawesFounder & Principal Solicitor

NSW admission, 1998Legal advice for your circumstances

Sydney officeEstate matters across NSW

How we can help

The right support for
your estate matter.

Some decisions are about planning ahead. Others arise after someone has died. Start with the situation that sounds like yours.

You want to plan for the people you love.

Your Will should reflect your family, your assets and your wishes. We can help you put an estate plan in place or review the documents you already have.

  • Make or update a Will and appoint an executor.
  • Consider how an inheritance should be held.
  • Plan for blended families and changing circumstances.
Send enquiry about make or update a will

You need trusted people and clear arrangements.

An estate plan also considers who can act if you cannot, and how business interests, trusts and superannuation fit with your Will.

  • Prepare Powers of Attorney and Enduring Guardianship.
  • Discuss testamentary trusts and business succession.
  • Consider ownership and superannuation arrangements.
Send enquiry about plan beyond your will

You are an executor or need help with an estate.

You may be unsure where to start or what your role involves. We can review the Will and explain probate, administration and the steps that apply to the estate.

  • Determine whether probate or Letters of Administration are required.
  • Identify estate assets and liabilities.
  • Get advice before making distributions.
Send enquiry about after someone has died

There is a disagreement about a Will or an estate.

We can advise on disputed Wills and issues involving executors or beneficiaries. Depending on the matter, this may include mediation or Court representation.

  • Discuss concerns about the validity of a Will.
  • Understand executor and beneficiary disputes.
  • Seek advice promptly because time limits can apply.
Send enquiry about when an estate is disputed

A clear next step

You do not need every answer before you contact us.

Bring the information you have. We can discuss your family circumstances, review the Will or estate documents, and explain the work your matter may need.

If there is a disagreement or a deadline, seek advice promptly. Time limits can apply to estate claims.

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Katherine Hawes, Founder and Principal Solicitor of Aquarius Lawyers

Meet your principal solicitor

Advice you can understand.
People you can talk to.

Katherine Hawes

Founder and Principal Solicitor of Aquarius Lawyers.

Katherine was admitted to legal practice in NSW in 1998. Her experience includes work as a barrister, a Legal Officer with Legal Aid NSW and a principal solicitor.

Tell us about your family, the documents you have and whether you need estate planning or probate advice.

Wills & estate planningProbate & administrationEstate disputes

Client reviews

What clients say about
Aquarius Lawyers.

Google review excerpts from clients across the firm’s legal services.

[Aquarius Lawyers] communicate in simple, direct language and provide realistic expectations
C GreenGoogle review excerpt · General firm review
[Aquarius Lawyers] were professional, supportive, and kept me informed throughout the entire process.
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Contact Aquarius Lawyers

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your estate matter.

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Sydney office
Level 3/478 George St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia

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  1. We contact you to discuss your enquiry.
  2. We discuss your circumstances and documents.
  3. You can discuss the work and fees before deciding to proceed.

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