GP Legal

At GP Legal, we understand the crucial role a meticulously drafted Will plays in safeguarding your wishes and providing peace of mind for you and your loved ones. Our Wills and Estate lawyers are experienced in navigating the complexities of estate planning, ensuring your documentation is legally binding and reflective of your intentions. We provide guidance through every step of the process, from selecting a suitable Executor to itemising your estate assets, tailoring advice to accommodate both simple Wills and more intricate family or estate arrangements. In addition to our comprehensive drafting services, GP Legal offers the secure storage of your original Will in our fireproof register. This ensures that your crucial documents are safeguarded against unforeseen circumstances, providing ease of access when needed. Our commitment is to assist you in clearly defining how you wish your estate to be managed and distributed, with a focus on minimising uncertainty and expense for your beneficiaries.

GP Legal offers comprehensive services in Family Law, drawing on their extensive experience to navigate the multifaceted challenges that accompany relationship breakdowns and divorce. Since the introduction of no-fault divorce in 1975, they have adeptly handled cases revolving around the irretrievable breakdown of marriages, ensuring the legal process is both smooth and informed. Clients are empowered to make informed decisions on issues such as binding financial agreements, property settlements, and consent orders. GP Legal provides clear guidance on documenting property and financial settlements, ensuring fair outcomes through thorough financial assessments and negotiations that acknowledge contributions and potential future benefits. The firm also offers vital counsel in parenting issues and domestic violence matters. Their legal expertise ensures that parenting arrangements, whether amicably resolved or contested, always consider the best interests of the children involved, as mandated by Australian law. GP Legal is proficient in managing sensitive domestic violence situations, advising on the implications of Apprehended Violence Orders on family law proceedings. They also provide tailored advice on de facto relationships, helping clients understand the legal recognition and associated entitlements following relationship breakdowns. Through a pragmatic and empathetic approach, GP Legal ensures clients feel supported and informed throughout legal proceedings.

At GP Legal, our focus on Wills ensures that your final wishes are articulated clearly and legally sound, providing peace of mind that your assets will be distributed according to your intentions. Drafting a Will can be a complex process, especially where family dynamics and estate intricacies require tailored advice. Our experienced Wills and Estate team is equipped to guide you through the selection of Executors, detailed inventory of your estate, and any necessary legal considerations, while also providing secure storage for your documents. This lays the groundwork to avoid unnecessary complications and ensures your loved ones are spared potential delays and uncertainties. Additionally, our expertise in Estate Planning encompasses more than just a Will. It involves a strategic approach to managing your assets in alignment with tax efficiencies and future family planning, accommodating changes in personal circumstances and legislation over time. Our services extend to Powers of Enduring Attorney and Guardianship arrangements, crafting tailored documents that safeguard your interests even if you lose capacity. We also assist with Advance Care Directives, devising comprehensive plans that reflect your personal wishes and lifestyle preferences. Should family disputes over estate distributions arise, our team is adept at handling Family Provision Claims with a focus on preserving relationships while protecting your rights. Lastly, for situations requiring Financial Management or Guardianship Orders, GP Legal can guide you through the application process with the Guardianship Division of the NSW Civil & Administrative Tribunal.