Oliver Campbell Heslop Solicitors

Cessnock, NSW

(02) 499..

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About Us

Oliver Campbell Heslop Solicitors is a well-established legal practice based in Cessnock, offering a broad range of services tailored to meet client needs. The team provides clear and accessible legal advice, ensuring clients are fully informed throughout each process. The firm’s expertise includes conveyancing, property law, subdivisions and developments, as well as commercial law. These practice areas reflect a deep understanding of the local property market alongside commercial transactions, making the firm a valuable resource for individuals and businesses alike. Led by Principal Louise Heslop, who holds a Bachelor of Applied Science in Occupational Therapy and a Diploma of Law, the firm prides itself on an approachable and friendly manner. Alongside Louise, the team includes solicitor Michael Palmer, collectively delivering personalised service backed by current legal knowledge. Oliver Campbell Heslop Solicitors also incorporates the latest technology to streamline processes and enhance client communication. They offer Justice of the Peace services, further supporting community needs. Additional areas of assistance include probate and estates, wills, powers of attorney, and enduring guardianship. This range of services demonstrates the firm’s commitment to guiding clients through important legal matters with professionalism and care.

Practice Areas

Conveyancing

Estate Planning

Specialisations

Conveyancing

Oliver Campbell Heslop Solicitors offers comprehensive conveyancing services to guide clients smoothly through the complex process of buying or selling property. Their experience encompasses managing all essential steps, including conducting necessary searches, preparing and exchanging Contracts of Sale, and coordinating settlements. They are well-versed in handling both vendor and purchaser responsibilities, ensuring that all legal requirements are met efficiently. For buyers, the firm provides thorough investigations into title issues, including identifying any restrictions, easements, or encumbrances that may affect ownership. Their careful attention to detail ensures clients secure clear legal title, providing peace of mind throughout the transaction. The team works closely with clients to simplify what can often be a stressful process, offering clear advice tailored to individual property matters.

Estate Planning

Oliver Campbell Heslop Solicitors provide comprehensive guidance on Wills, Powers of Attorney, and Enduring Guardianship, ensuring clients are well-informed about protecting their assets and making decisions for their future. They assist with drafting legally valid Wills that clearly outline the distribution of assets and the appointment of Executors, emphasising the importance of regular reviews to accommodate life changes. The firm also explains the nuances between General and Enduring Powers of Attorney, helping clients appoint trustworthy Attorneys to manage financial matters if they become incapacitated. In addition, the firm supports families through the probate and estate administration process, offering assistance with obtaining Grants of Probate or Letters of Administration based on the presence or absence of a Will. They navigate the legal complexities surrounding the distribution of estates, whether intestate or testamentary, ensuring executors and administrators understand their duties and comply with relevant legislation in New South Wales. Their approach aims to alleviate the stress during difficult times by managing all necessary legal procedures for clients.