Donlan Lawyers

Our team offers comprehensive wills and estate planning services designed to ensure your assets are managed and distributed according to your wishes. We prepare carefully tailored wills, powers of attorney, and advanced care directives, addressing not only the distribution of your estate but also contingencies for incapacity and legal authority for trusted persons to manage your affairs. We also focus on maintaining the value of your estate through tax-effective strategies and succession planning for business interests. We assist with structuring estates to protect assets for future generations, including establishing testamentary trusts that provide flexibility in asset distribution and safeguard vulnerable beneficiaries. Our advice covers the complexities of superannuation death benefits and binding nominations, helping you achieve the most advantageous outcomes. By planning proactively, you can reduce the risk of family disputes, minimise potential claims, and ensure your legal and financial affairs are managed with care and precision.

Our family law team provides support for individuals navigating the challenges of separation, divorce, and property settlements. We assist clients in understanding their rights and obligations under the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth), including guidance on dividing assets, addressing superannuation interests, and formalising agreements through financial agreements or court orders. We prioritise practical, cost-effective solutions and aim to resolve disputes amicably wherever possible, while ensuring each party’s future financial security is protected. When children are involved, we focus on arrangements that reflect their best interests, facilitating parenting plans or formal parenting orders. Our lawyers guide clients through complex considerations such as shared parental responsibility, parental decision-making, and time spent with children, always mindful of relevant factors including family violence or special needs. Whether negotiating agreements or representing clients in court, we are committed to supporting families through sensitive transitions with informed, empathetic advice.