Protect your Wishes
Estate Planning
Plan with Confidence
Planning for the future isn't always an easy conversation, but it's one of the most important decisions you can make. Taking the time to put the right legal arrangements in place provides peace of mind that your wishes will be respected, your loved ones will be supported, and important decisions can still be made if you're no longer able to make them yourself.
At Foxfield Lawyers, our experienced estate planning lawyers provide practical, personalised advice to help individuals, families and business owners protect what matters most. Whether you're preparing your first Will, reviewing your existing arrangements or considering more complex asset protection strategies, we're here to guide you every step of the way.
What is Estate Planning?
Estate planning is the process of making legal arrangements for how your assets, finances and personal affairs will be managed both during your lifetime if you lose capacity and after your death.
Effective estate planning can help you:
Ensure your assets are distributed according to your wishes.
Appoint someone you trust to make financial decisions if you're unable to.
Appoint someone to make personal and lifestyle decisions on your behalf.
Reduce uncertainty and potential family disputes.
Protect vulnerable beneficiaries.
Provide peace of mind for you and your loved ones.
Estate planning isn't just for retirees or those with substantial wealth. Every adult can benefit from having the right legal arrangements in place to reflect their personal circumstances and ensure they're reviewed as life changes.
Our Estate Planning Services
No two people's circumstances are the same, which is why we take the time to understand your individual needs and future goals before providing tailored estate planning advice.
Our estate planning services include:
Wills
Testamentary Trust Wills
Enduring Powers of Attorney
Enduring Guardianship
Advance Care Directives
Estate Planning reviews and updates
Asset protection strategies
Business succession planning
Company Powers of Attorney
Deeds of Appointment and Retirement
Advice for trusts and complex family structures
Whether your estate planning needs are straightforward or involve business interests, trusts or blended families, we'll help you put the right legal framework in place.
When Should Your Estate Planning Be Reviewed?
Estate planning isn't a one-time exercise. As your circumstances change, it's important to review your arrangements to ensure they continue to reflect your wishes, protect your loved ones and align with your personal, family and financial situation.
Relationships & Family
Changes to your family often mean it's time to review your plan. This includes:
Getting married or entering a new relationship
Separation or divorce
Having children or grandchildren
Changes to your family circumstances or beneficiaries
The people you've chosen to act on your behalf may change over time. It's important to review your plan if:
An Executor, Attorney or Guardian dies or becomes unable to act
Your relationship with an appointed person changes
You wish to appoint someone better suited to the role
Even if your circumstances remain the same, it's worth reviewing your estate planning arrangements every few years. Regular reviews help ensure your Will, Enduring Powers of Attorney, Enduring Guardianship and Advance Care Directive continue to reflect your wishes, remain legally effective and provide the level of protection you intend for yourself and your loved ones.
Financial Circumstances
As your wealth grows, your estate planning documents should grow too. You should consider a review if you:
Purchase or sell property
Start, grow or sell a business
Receive an inheritance
Experience significant changes to your financial circumstances
Frequently Asked Questions
What does an estate planning lawyer do?
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An estate planning lawyer helps you prepare the legal documents needed to protect your assets and ensure your wishes are carried out. This may include preparing Wills, Enduring Powers of Attorney, Enduring Guardianship documents and Advance Care Directives, while also providing advice on asset protection and succession planning.
Is estate planning just a Will?
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No. While a Will is an important, comprehensive estate planning also considers what happens if you lose capacity during your lifetime. Documents such as Enduring Powers of Attorney, Enduring Guardianships and Advance Care Directives allow trusted people to make financial, legal and personal decisions on your behalf if required.
When should I engage a lawyer to conduct estate planning?
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It's never too early to begin estate planning. Every adult should have an up-to-date plan, particularly after major life events such as buying property, getting married, having children or starting a business.
How Often Should You Review Your Estate Planning Documents?
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We recommend reviewing them every few years or whenever your personal, family or financial circumstances change to ensure it continues to reflect your wishes.
Ready to Speak With Our Team?
Carefully conducted estate planning gives you confidence that your wishes are clearly documented and your loved ones will be supported when they need it most. Whether you're preparing your first Will, reviewing existing documents or seeking advice on more complex estate planning matters, Foxfield Lawyers is here to help.
Contact our team today, submit an enquiry or arrange an appointment.
Post: PO Box 3066, Devonport TAS 7310
Location: 6 Barker Street, Devonport TAS 7310
Phone: 03 6410 8066
