Wills, Powers & Probate Services

At Skylar Legal, we assist individuals and families in planning for the future, protecting assets, and ensuring that wishes are properly documented and respected.
Our goal is to make estate and succession planning clear, practical, and stress-free — from preparing simple wills to administering complex estates and trusts.

Wills & Estate Planning

We provide comprehensive advice and documentation to help you plan your estate, including:

  • Drafting and updating wills

  • Creating testamentary and discretionary trusts

  • Estate structuring for blended families and cross-border assets

  • Guardianship and provisions for minor children

  • Tax-efficient asset distribution and charitable gifts

  • Reviewing existing wills and succession plans

Powers of Attorney & Guardianship

We help clients appoint trusted decision-makers to manage personal and financial affairs if capacity becomes an issue, including:

  • Enduring Powers of Attorney (financial and legal matters)

  • Appointment of Enduring Guardian (health and lifestyle decisions)

  • Advance health directives and medical consent documents

  • Capacity assessments and legal advice for family members

Probate & Estate Administration

We guide executors and families through all stages of estate administration, including:

  • Applying for probate or letters of administration

  • Interpreting and executing wills

  • Identifying, securing, and distributing estate assets

  • Managing estate debts, claims, and tax obligations

  • Dealing with superannuation death benefits and life insurance

  • Advising on disputes among beneficiaries or executors

Estate & Succession Disputes

We act for executors, beneficiaries, and claimants in contested estate matters, including:

  • Family provision and inheritance claims

  • Challenges to the validity of wills

  • Executor removal or misconduct proceedings

  • Mediation and dispute resolution between family members

At Skylar Legal, we combine legal precision with compassion and discretion, helping clients navigate sensitive personal matters with confidence and peace of mind.