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Wills and Estate Lawyers

Wills and Estate Lawyers NSW

Need the best wills and estate lawyers?

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5-star reviews, great communication and honest fees.

It can be a great investment to hire an experienced lawyer to make your will.

This can help ensure your wishes are carried out after you die.

Most importantly, a properly drafted will can avoid a dispute.

Will disputes can tear families apart and cost a lot of money.

If your will isn’t drafted properly, it might be ‘legally invalid’.

We suggest you contact us for a chat. We can advise you on the best path forward.

At Heckenberg Lawyers, our fees usually start at $1050 (plus GST) to make a will. But this depends on many factors.

We suggest you contact us for an honest discussion about our fees.

You can learn more about the cost of making a will here.

The requirements for making a will legally valid and recognised by The Supreme Court of NSW include:

  • The will must be in writing, either typed or handwritten.
  • The will must be signed by the will-maker or by some other person in the presence of and at the direction of the will-maker.
  • The will-maker’s signature must be made or acknowledged in the presence of two or more witnesses, present at the same time.
  • At least two of those witnesses attest (witness) and sign the will in the presence of the will-maker (but not necessarily in the presence of each other).
  • The signature of the will-maker or person signing at the direction of, and in the presence of the will-maker must be made with the intention of executing the will.

Choosing a will kit to prepare your own will should only be considered if your circumstances are simple.

For many people this is not the case.

If the will is not completed by correctly, an application to the Court will be required and this process may cost thousands of dollars.

Obtaining the advice and assistance of a specialist wills and estate lawyer can help reduce the risk of a contested will.

What price are you prepared to pay for your own peace of mind and the peace of mind of your family?

We’re happy to help.

Please contact us to help you prepare your last will and testament.

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Mary Wyrley
Mary Wyrley
5-Star Google Review
Graeme, Michael and the counsel they chose have been incredible. My family will dispute has been incredibly difficult and very acrimonious. Heckenberg have been helpful, supportive and always gave me realistic, honest advice about all possible outcomes. The outcome has been fantastic and I get to keep my home. Thank you
Jane Araneda
Jane Araneda
5-Star Google Review
Thanks to Graeme, Blaise and their team at Heckenberg Lawyers for helping us finalise our matter in a timely manner. They were always very helpful and professional. They took care of everything very well, which meant that there was no added stress on me and my family. Jane A.
Kim Pink
Kim Pink
5-Star Google Review
I found Heckenberg Lawyers to be very professional and knowledgeable. Graeme took the time and explained the entire process to me. He was never pushy nor was he just after "his cut" as so many other practices are. He was at all times looking out for the best interest of the estate and not wanting it to be eaten. I found his staff to be extremely thorough and attentive. I would have no hesitations to recommend this practice if you want the best outcome possible.
Donna Hodges
Donna Hodges
5-Star Google Review
Blaise was extremely professional in assisting with all matters to do with my fathers estate and probate. She made an extremely complex process very easy to understand and instilled great confidence at a difficult personal time for our family.
Sonja Psaroudis
Sonja Psaroudis
5-Star Google Review
If you need legal representation in a matter to do with Wills & Estate law I highly recommend Graeme, Blaise and the whole team at Heckenberg. Their knowledge and expertise in this area of the law was a huge comfort at a very difficult time, saving all parties involved time and money in the long run. Thanks again .!
Olma Mignacca
Olma Mignacca
5-Star Google Review
Graeme is trustworthy and thorough. His charges were reasonable and easily understood. The team was considerate and helpful.
Samuel Burns
Samuel Burns
5-Star Google Review
As the executor of an estate, I engaged Graeme and his team to handle a family provision claim and probate matter. I found Graeme to be professional and knowledgeable. Throughout the entire process, Graeme treated all parties involved with respect. He was always willing to take my concerns onboard and never pushy. Highly recommended.
Helen
Helen
5-Star Google Review
Let me take this opportunity to thank you both for your professionalism, assistance and patience in this matter. Helen
Elaine Ivan
Elaine Ivan
5-Star Google Review
Graeme, Thank you to you and your staff for taking on my case in regards to the estate of my dad Walter Etchells against my brother Robert Etchells. I am happy with the outcome as the amount is a lot more and fairer than Robert wanted. Thanks again for all the work you all put into this and for me receiving the settlement amount sooner than I thought I would. Regards Elaine Ivan
Peter Robinson.
Peter Robinson.
5-Star Google Review
I am a UK Resident.My wife passed away after suffering a debilitating illness in 2022.Part of her estate was located in Australia NSW.To redeem it I had to obtain a Seal of Probate in the UK and a Reseal of Probate in Australia.I engaged Graham Heckenberg and his team to guide me through the process,explaining fees and steps necessary.On gaining the Reseal of Probate of my wife's estate they also enabled the transfer of the estate to myself.I would like to thank and recommend Graham and his team for their professionalism and efficiency in fullfilling my instructions.
Michael C.
Michael C.
5-Star Google Review
Helped me with an inheritance claim, happy with results, fair price and good communication
 Mary Wyrley.
Mary Wyrley.
5-Star Google Review
Graeme, Michael and the counsel they chose have been incredible. My family will dispute has been incredibly difficult and very acrimonious. Heckenberg have been helpful, supportive and always gave me realistic, honest advice about all possible outcomes. The outcome has been fantastic and I get to keep my home. Thank you