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Wills & Estate Services
Here at Alan Rigas Solicitors, we provide clear, reliable, and compassionate advice in all areas of estate planning, wills, powers of attorney, and probate. With over 30 years of experience, we help you protect your assets, safeguard your wishes, and ensure your loved ones are supported when it matters most.
Estate planning is more than preparing for the future; it is a practical form of protection that keeps you in control of your financial, medical, and personal decisions, even in the event of incapacity or death.
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Last Will & Testament
Directs the distribution of your assets after death
Dying without a valid will—known as intestacy—means your assets will be distributed under the laws of intestacy and not according to your personal wishes. This can result in:
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Assets passing to unintended beneficiaries
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Delays in estate administration
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Complex disputes between the family members
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In rare cases, reversion of your estate to the State (escheat)
A correctly drawn-up will ensures:
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Your beneficiaries are clearly identified.
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Guardianship of minor children is properly planned.
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Funeral and estate expenses are dealt with appropriately.
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It addresses superannuation and life insurance considerations.
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Specific gifts, life interests, and property instructions are followed.
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Your wishes about burial or cremation are recorded.
We draft wills with precision, covering all aspects so that nothing is left out.
Power of Attorney
Appoints someone to manage your financial decisions
A power of attorney allows you to nominate trusted decision-maker(s) to manage your financial affairs. It becomes essential if illness, injury, or incapacity occurs.
We prepare:
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General Power of Attorney—effective for a set period or purpose
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Lasting Powers of Attorney—can continue if you lose mental capacity
Your attorney is obliged to act in your best interest and subject to any conditions that you may outline. We explain how to select the appropriate document and person for this critical role.
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Advance Care Directive
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Appoints someone to make medical and lifestyle decisions
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An Advance Care Directive (or Appointment of Enduring Guardian, depending on jurisdiction) gives authority to your chosen person to make decisions about your health care if you cannot communicate or make choices yourself.
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This document can outline:
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Your medical treatment preferences
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End-of-life care wishes
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Decisions regarding hospitalisation, surgery, or life support
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Who may speak to doctors and make urgent health decisions on your behalf
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It ensures your voice is heard—even when you cannot speak for yourself.
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How We Can Help
Our process is simple, respectful and focused on ensuring your intentions are clearly documented. We take the time to understand your circumstances, family structure and goals so that every document works together to form a complete and effective estate plan.
Whether you need a new Will, want to update an existing one, or require advice on probate or estate administration, we are here to help.
Need to Protect Your Future?
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We would be pleased to assist with:
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Wills
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Powers of Attorney
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Advance Care Directives
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Probate & Estate Administration
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Complex estate planning needs
When you’re ready, we’ll guide you through the process with clarity and confidence.