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Wills, Estates & Probate Lawyers Sydney

Our wills and estate lawyers in Sydney assist with wills, estate planning, probate, and estate administration, providing clear legal advice and support at every stage.

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Experienced Estate Planning & Probate Lawyers Sydney

If you need assistance with a Will, Power of Attorney, Enduring Guardianship, or a deceased estate matter, it is important to obtain advice from experienced wills and estate lawyers in Sydney.

At D’Arcy Sloman Peacock Lawyers, our wills and estates team provides clear, practical advice on estate planning and estate administration across NSW. We help clients plan ahead, protect assets, and manage the legal process after a loved one passes away.

We focus on making complex legal processes straightforward, so you understand your options and can make informed decisions with confidence.

Why Early Estate Planning Matters

Proper estate planning helps ensure your wishes are followed and can reduce stress and disputes for your family in the future.

Getting advice early may help:

Ensure your assets are distributed according to your wishes
Reduce the risk of family disputes or claims
Protect vulnerable beneficiaries
Provide clarity for medical and financial decision-making
Avoid delays in estate administration

Delaying planning can result in uncertainty, legal disputes, and unnecessary costs for your loved ones.

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Practice Areas

How We Can Help

Our Sydney wills and estates lawyers assist with all key areas of estate planning and administration, including:

Wills & Estate Planning

We prepare legally valid Wills that clearly set out how your assets are distributed and who will manage your estate

Testamentary Trust Wills

We draft Wills incorporating testamentary trusts to protect assets, provide tax advantages, and safeguard beneficiaries.

Powers of Attorney

We prepare Powers of Attorney to allow a trusted person to manage your financial and legal affairs if you become unable to do so.

Enduring Guardianship

We assist with appointing an Enduring Guardian to make health, medical, and lifestyle decisions on your behalf if required.

Probate & Estate Administration

We guide executors and families through probate applications, Letters of Administration, and estate administration.

Estate Duties & Legal Support

We advise executors and administrators on their legal obligations when managing and distributing an estate.

Why Choose Our Wills & Estate Lawyers

Estate planning and administration involves important legal and financial decisions that can significantly impact your family.

Clients choose us because we provide:
Clear, practical estate planning advice
Experience in complex wills and trust structures
Strong guidance for executors and families
Efficient probate and estate administration support
Attention to detail in legally sensitive matters
Advice tailored to individual circumstances

Our goal is to make the process clear, structured, and stress-free.

Our Approach

Our Estate Planning Approach

Every estate is different. Our approach focuses on:

Understanding your personal and financial situation
Ensuring documents are legally valid and enforceable
Structuring estate plans to protect assets and beneficiaries
Minimising the risk of disputes or claims
Providing clear guidance for executors and families
Supporting you through probate and administration if required

We ensure your estate plan is practical, complete, and legally sound.

Step 1: Tell Us About Your Situation

Contact our team and provide details about your estate planning, including the offence, any upcoming court dates and your current circumstances.

Step 2: Discuss Your Options

We review your situation and explain the possible outcomes, penalties and legal options available to you.

Step 3: Prepare Your Case

Our team helps you understand what is required and prepares the necessary advice, documentation and representation for your matter.

Step 4: Ongoing Support & Representation

We support you throughout the process, including negotiations, court appearances and working towards the best possible outcome.

Who we are

Helping Clients for 40+ Years

Our experienced team provides practical support and guidance for clients dealing with matters. We take the time to understand your situation and ensure you receive clear advice and support throughout the legal process.

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What Our Clients Say

    
 
 
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My concerns have now been addressed by Vince D'Arcy in a courtious and helpful manner. Thank you Vince for addressing and resolving all issues.

Agnieshka Kiera

I am disappointed with services of Chris Peacock as a lawyer. He prepared my simple will, charged over $500 and made a lot of critical mistakes in spelling my name even though I provided the relevant ID documents. I asked him and his secretary to fix it, to which they responded that I would have to pay $100 extra for it!!! Paying for fixing their own mistakes??? I said no, yet I am now left with the faulty will or a prospect to pay somebody else to fix their errors. Or find another competent lawyer to re-write the will.
So if you want to spare a similar experience, make sure you DON'T pay Chris Peacock, until you are satisfied, you've got what you wanted and what they charge for.
  
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     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Vince and Kerry are extremely helpful and professional and after quite a few visits they feel like part of my family. I’ve seen them for a number of legal issues including my will and conveyancing, both selling and buying. I have complete confidence in their advice.
  
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     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I have just completed a sale and a strata purchase using D''arcy Sloman.....Vince and Kerr were extremely professional and helpful.
  
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     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. A very professional and empathetic team. Proactive and made sure we fully understood each stage of the journey. A key contributor to a very successful outcome. Highly recommended.

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     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Vince and his team handled the purchase of my recent home in an entirely professional way. What I really liked was that he had a lot of great advice throughout the entire process. Highly recommend them to anyone
  
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     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Vince & Kerry are great to deal with.
  
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     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great service, I can highly recommend D’arcy Sloman Peacock Lawyers Balmain
  
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     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very happy with Vince and Kerry's service,used their company twice now,would recomend.efficent,very reasonble fees
  
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FAQS

Common Estate Planning & Probate Questions Answered

Find answers to some of the most common questions about estate planning & probate and your legal options in NSW.

Do I need a Will?

Yes. A Will ensures your assets are distributed according to your wishes and helps avoid uncertainty, delays, and potential disputes for your family.

What happens if I die without a Will?

If you die without a Will, your estate will be distributed under NSW intestacy laws, which may not reflect your personal wishes or family arrangements.

What is probate?

Probate is the legal process where the Supreme Court confirms that a Will is valid and authorises the executor to administer the estate.

When is probate required?

Probate is usually required when dealing with real estate that is not jointly owned or when financial institutions require legal authority to release funds from the estate.

What is an Enduring Power of Attorney?

An Enduring Power of Attorney allows a trusted person to manage your financial and legal affairs if you lose the capacity to do so yourself.

What is an Enduring Guardianship?

An Enduring Guardian can make health, medical, and lifestyle decisions on your behalf if you are unable to make those decisions yourself.

Can a Will be challenged?

Yes. In certain circumstances, eligible people may bring a family provision claim if they believe they have not been adequately provided for in the Will.

How often should I update my Will?

You should review your Will whenever your personal or financial circumstances change, such as marriage, separation, having children, or acquiring significant assets.

Get Expert Wills & Estate Advice

If you need assistance with wills, estates, or probate matters, early advice can make the process easier and more secure.

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We provide clear advice and practical support across all estate planning and administration matters.

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Service Areas

Our Wills & Estates Service Areas

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Balmain

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East Balmain

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Drummoyne

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Leichhardt

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Newtown

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Rozelle

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Birchgrove

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Lilyfield

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Glebe

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Parramatta

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Sydney CBD and surrounding Inner West suburbs

Whether you are preparing a Will, appointing an Enduring Power of Attorney, or dealing with probate or estate administration, our wills and estate lawyers can provide advice, prepare your documents, and guide you through the process.

If you would like to learn more about wills and estate services in your area, you can visit our location pages or contact our office directly for advice.

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